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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Legome, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Eric Legome, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Legome completed his residency at Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine Emory Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Legome is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Legome’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Legome’s office at (212) 523-3329.
Where did Dr. Legome go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine Emory Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Denver Health Med Center
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh
Is Dr. Legome board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Legome, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Legome speak?
Dr. Legome and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Legome treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Legome 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. Legome. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Legome perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Legome may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Legome's office.
Does Dr. Legome accept my insurance?
Dr. Legome accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 523-3329 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Legome accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Legome in New York, 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
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Legome's office located?
What is Dr. Legome's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Legome's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356334023.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Legome?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Legome
What is Dr. Eric Legome's specialty?
Dr. Legome is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Legome to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Legome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Legome is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Eric Legome accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Eric Legome is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Legome offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Legome's office at (212) 523-3329 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Legome?
Please contact Dr. Legome's office at (212) 523-3329 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Legome have?
Dr. Eric Legome is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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