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Dr. Zalman Starosta, MD

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Dr. Zalman Starosta, MD

Brooklyn, NY

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

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

    Dr. Zalman Starosta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 50 years and is board certified. Dr. Starosta completed his residency at The Methodist Hospital. He is a member of the American Medical Association and American Diabetes Association. Dr. Starosta is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starosta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starosta’s office at (718) 943-3000.

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

    • Fellowship: Montefiore Medical Center

    • Residency: The Methodist Hospital

    • Medical School: St Petersburg Pavlov State Med University

    What languages does Dr. Starosta speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Starosta treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Starosta 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. Starosta. 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:

    • Endocrine Disorder
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Hormone disorder
    • Gland problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E663: Overweight

    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:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Underarm Sweating
    • Sweat
    • Axillary hyperhidrosis
    • Sweaty armpits
    • Underarm hyperhidrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L74510: Primary focal hyperhidrosis, axilla

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Symptomatic Early Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Early menopause with symptoms
    • Symptomatic premature ovarian insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E28310: Symptomatic premature menopause

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in right lower leg
    • Right lower leg discomfort
    • Sore right lower leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79661: Pain in right lower leg

    Which procedures does Dr. Starosta perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Zalman Starosta may include:

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

    Does Dr. Starosta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Starosta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 943-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Starosta 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

    • ASR Corporation

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Starosta's office located?

    Dr. Zalman Starosta's Primary Practice

    3044 Coney Island Ave Ste 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

    (718) 943-3000

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zalman Starosta?

    Dr. Starosta has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 4 reviews

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    Office Experience

    90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    95% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    95% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Zalman Starosta an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Starosta has been rated and reviewed by 4 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Starosta, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Medical Association

    Professional Member

    American Diabetes Association

    Professional Member

    Awards

    Patients' Choice Award

    Patients' Choice

    Compassionate Doctor Recognition

    Compassionate Doctor

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

    Dr. Starosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013900513.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starosta?

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

    What is Dr. Zalman Starosta's specialty?

    Dr. Starosta 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. Starosta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Zalman Starosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Starosta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    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 Zalman Starosta accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Zalman Starosta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zalman Starosta offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Starosta, or call (718) 943-3000 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Zalman Starosta?

    Please contact Dr. Starosta's office at (718) 943-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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