40 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gecht, Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Alexander Gecht, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Gecht graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his residency at State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Syracuse. Dr. Gecht is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gecht’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gecht’s office at (718) 370-7100.
Where did Dr. Gecht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Syracuse
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Is Dr. Gecht board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Gecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gecht speak?
Dr. Gecht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gecht typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gecht 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. Gecht. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gecht typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Gecht may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gecht's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Gecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 370-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gecht accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Gecht in Staten Island, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gecht's office located?
Dr. Alexander Gecht's Primary Practice
1110 South Ave Ste 306
Staten Island, NY 10314
(718) 370-7100
What is Dr. Gecht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528052057.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gecht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gecht
What is Dr. Alexander Gecht's specialty?
Dr. Gecht is a Internist near Staten Island, NY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alexander Gecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gecht is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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
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Is Alexander Gecht accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Gecht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Gecht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gecht's office at (718) 370-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Gecht?
Please contact Dr. Gecht's office at (718) 370-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Gecht have?
Dr. Alexander Gecht is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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