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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Van Hook, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Spivack Van Hook, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. Dr. Van Hook graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program. Dr. Van Hook is fluent in English and Albanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Van Hook’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Van Hook’s office at (718) 828-4227.
Where did Dr. Van Hook go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Van Hook speak?
Dr. Van Hook and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Van Hook typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Van Hook 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. Van Hook. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Coronavirus Infection
- Coronavirus
- Common Cold Coronavirus
- Respiratory Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B342: Coronavirus infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Van Hook typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Spivack Van Hook may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Van Hook's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Van Hook accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Hook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 828-4227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Hook accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Van Hook in Bronx, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Van Hook's office located?
Dr. Spivack Van Hook's Primary Practice
1120 Morris Park Ave Ste 4A
Bronx, NY 10461
(718) 828-4227
What is Dr. Van Hook's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Hook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346233673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Hook?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Hook
What is Dr. Spivack Van Hook's specialty?
Dr. Van Hook is a Internist near Bronx, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Spivack Van Hook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Van Hook is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus, St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Spivack Van Hook accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Spivack Van Hook is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Spivack Van Hook offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Van Hook's office at (718) 828-4227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Spivack Van Hook?
Please contact Dr. Van Hook's office at (718) 828-4227 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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