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Dr. Jay Mehlman, MD

Rockaway Park, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehlman, Gastroenterologist in Rockaway Park, NY?

    Dr. Jay Mehlman, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Rockaway Park, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mehlman graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mehlman is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehlman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehlman’s office at (718) 318-0800.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Mehlman board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Mehlman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mehlman speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Mehlman treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehlman 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. Mehlman. 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:

    • GERD with Bleeding Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • GERD
    • Bleeding Reflux Esophagitis
    • GERD with Esophageal Bleeding
    • Acid Reflux with Bleeding Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2101: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, with bleeding

    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:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Spastic Colon
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • IBS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Mehlman perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mehlman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mehlman. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
    • G-tube Change
    • Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
    • Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Wireless Esophageal pH Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Bravo pH Test
    • Esophageal Reflux Monitoring
    • Acid Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91035: Esophagus, gastroesophageal reflux test; with mucosal attached telemetry pH electrode placement, recording, analysis and interpretation

    Does Dr. Mehlman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehlman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 318-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehlman accept in Rockaway Park, NY?

    Dr. Mehlman in Rockaway Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mehlman's office located?

    Dr. Jay Mehlman's Primary Practice

    11412 Beach Channel Dr Ste 10

    Rockaway Park, NY 11694

    (718) 318-0800

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    Dr. Jay Mehlman's Practice 2

    270 Doughty Blvd

    Inwood, NY 11096

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

    Dr. Mehlman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649251885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehlman?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Mehlman's specialty?

    Dr. Mehlman is a Gastroenterologist near Rockaway Park, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Mehlman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jay Mehlman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehlman is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Jay Mehlman accepting new patients in Rockaway Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Mehlman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Mehlman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehlman's office at (718) 318-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jay Mehlman?

    Please contact Dr. Mehlman's office at (718) 318-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Mehlman have?

    Dr. Jay Mehlman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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