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Dr. Richard Rafal, MD

New York, NY

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    Who is Dr. Rafal, Diagnostic Radiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Richard Rafal, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Rafal completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Diagnostic Radiology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Rafal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rafal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rafal’s office at (212) 939-8400.

    Where did Dr. Rafal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Diagnostic Radiology; Lenox Hill Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia

    Is Dr. Rafal board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Rafal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Rafal speak?

    Dr. Rafal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rafal treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Rafal diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Rafal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Falls
    • Accidental Falls
    • Unintentional Falls
    • Falling Accidents

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Other Factors
    • Unspecified environmental exposure
    • Other external factors health
    • Unknown exposure effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • X58XXXA: Exposure to other specified factors, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Throat irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R058: Other specified cough

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
    • Positive TB Blood Test
    • Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
    • IGRA Positive

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Medical Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Device Fitting
    • Prosthetic Adjustment
    • Orthotic Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4689: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other specified devices

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Which procedures does Dr. Rafal perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Rafal may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rafal's office.

    Does Dr. Rafal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rafal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 939-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rafal accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Rafal in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Rafal's office located?

    Dr. Richard Rafal's Primary Practice

    506 Lenox Ave

    New York, NY 10037

    (212) 939-8400

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    Dr. Richard Rafal's Practice 2

    506 Malcolm X Blvd

    New York, NY 10037

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    Dr. Richard Rafal's Practice 3

    2095 Flatbush Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

    (718) 338-6868

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    What is Dr. Rafal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rafal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164422689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rafal?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rafal

    What is Dr. Richard Rafal's specialty?

    Dr. Rafal is a Diagnostic Radiologist near New York, NY. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Rafal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Rafal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rafal is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health & Hospitals - Harlem. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Richard Rafal accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Rafal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Rafal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rafal's office at (212) 939-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Rafal?

    Please contact Dr. Rafal's office at (212) 939-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Rafal have?

    Dr. Richard Rafal is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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