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Dr. Helen Zaltsman, MD

Brooklyn, NY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaltsman, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Helen Zaltsman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaltsman graduated from Tver State Medical Academy and completed her residency at Cath M C-St John'S Queens Hp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zaltsman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaltsman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaltsman’s office at (718) 621-1811.

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

    • Residency: Cath M C-St John'S Queens Hp, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Tver State Med Inst- Tver (Kalinin)- Russia | Kalirin Med Institute | Tver State Medical Academy

    Is Dr. Zaltsman board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Zaltsman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Zaltsman speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Zaltsman treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Zaltsman 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. Zaltsman. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Employment Medical Exam
    • Job physical
    • Employment health check
    • Pre-hire medical assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Which procedures does Dr. Zaltsman perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Helen Zaltsman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Zaltsman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaltsman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 621-1811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaltsman accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Zaltsman in Brooklyn, 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

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zaltsman's office located?

    Dr. Helen Zaltsman's Primary Practice

    201 Kings Hwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11223

    (718) 621-1811

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    Dr. Helen Zaltsman's Practice 2

    2846 Stillwell Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11224

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

    Dr. Zaltsman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104819010.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaltsman?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Zaltsman's specialty?

    Dr. Zaltsman is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Zaltsman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Helen Zaltsman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaltsman is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Helen Zaltsman accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Zaltsman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Zaltsman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaltsman's office at (718) 621-1811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Zaltsman?

    Please contact Dr. Zaltsman's office at (718) 621-1811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Zaltsman have?

    Dr. Helen Zaltsman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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