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Dr. David Tarkoff, MD

Hewlett, NY

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tarkoff, Cardiologist in Hewlett, NY?

    Dr. David Tarkoff, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hewlett, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarkoff graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarkoff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarkoff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarkoff’s office at (516) 569-5200.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Internal Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)

    Is Dr. Tarkoff board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Tarkoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tarkoff speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tarkoff treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tarkoff 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. Tarkoff. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Which procedures does Dr. Tarkoff perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Tarkoff may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tarkoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tarkoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 569-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tarkoff accept in Hewlett, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tarkoff's office located?

    Dr. David Tarkoff's Primary Practice

    1420 Broadway

    Hewlett, NY 11557

    (516) 569-5200

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    Dr. David Tarkoff's Practice 2

    123 Grove Ave

    Cedarhurst, NY 11516

    (516) 569-5200

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

    Dr. Tarkoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982611109.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarkoff?

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

    What is Dr. David Tarkoff's specialty?

    Dr. Tarkoff is a Cardiologist near Hewlett, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Tarkoff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Tarkoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tarkoff is affiliated with St. Catherine of Siena 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 Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist 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 David Tarkoff accepting new patients in Hewlett, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Tarkoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Tarkoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tarkoff's office at (516) 569-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Tarkoff?

    Please contact Dr. Tarkoff's office at (516) 569-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Tarkoff have?

    Dr. David Tarkoff is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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