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Dr. Stuart Saftchick, MD

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saftchick, Internist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Stuart Saftchick, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saftchick graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saftchick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saftchick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saftchick’s office.

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

    • Residency: Elmhurst Hosp Ctr-Mt Sinai, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Elmhurst) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Saftchick board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Saftchick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saftchick speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saftchick typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Saftchick 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. Saftchick. 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.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saftchick typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Stuart Saftchick may include:

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

    Does Dr. Saftchick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saftchick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saftchick accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Saftchick in Bronx, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Saftchick's office located?

    Dr. Stuart Saftchick's Primary Practice

    1387 Castle Hill Ave

    Bronx, NY 10462

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    Dr. Stuart Saftchick's Practice 2

    1220 E New York Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stuart Saftchick?

    Dr. Saftchick has appointments available at his Bronx, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Saftchick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194731950.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saftchick?

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

    What is Dr. Stuart Saftchick's specialty?

    Dr. Saftchick is a Internist near Bronx, 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. Stuart Saftchick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saftchick is affiliated with Holy Name Medical Center, Lenox Hill Hospital, The Mount Sinai 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Stuart Saftchick accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Saftchick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stuart Saftchick offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Saftchick, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Stuart Saftchick?

    Please contact Dr. Saftchick's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Saftchick have?

    Dr. Stuart Saftchick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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