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Dr. Laurence Degelsmith, MD

Manhasset, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Degelsmith, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Manhasset, NY?

    Dr. Laurence Degelsmith, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Manhasset, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Degelsmith graduated from New York Medical College, completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital Emergency Department. Dr. Degelsmith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Degelsmith’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Degelsmith’s office at (914) 666-1680.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Emergency Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Degelsmith board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Degelsmith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Degelsmith speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Degelsmith typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Degelsmith 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. Degelsmith. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Degelsmith typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laurence Degelsmith may include:

    Please contact Dr. Degelsmith's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Degelsmith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Degelsmith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 666-1680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Degelsmith accept in Manhasset, NY?

    Dr. Degelsmith in Manhasset, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Degelsmith's office located?

    Dr. Laurence Degelsmith's Primary Practice

    300 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

    (914) 666-1680

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    Northern Westchester Hospital Emergency Department

    400 E Main St

    Mount Kisco, NY 10549

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

    Dr. Degelsmith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720072556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Degelsmith?

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

    What is Dr. Laurence Degelsmith's specialty?

    Dr. Degelsmith is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Manhasset, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Laurence Degelsmith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Degelsmith is affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital, Westchester Medical Center, Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Laurence Degelsmith accepting new patients in Manhasset, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Laurence Degelsmith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurence Degelsmith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Degelsmith's office at (914) 666-1680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurence Degelsmith?

    Please contact Dr. Degelsmith's office at (914) 666-1680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Degelsmith have?

    Dr. Laurence Degelsmith is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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