33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rackoff, Internist in New York, NY?
Dr. Paula Rackoff, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rackoff completed her residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Rheumatology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rackoff is fluent in English, Filipino, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rackoff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rackoff’s office at (212) 844-8101.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rackoff?
Dr. Paula Rackoff, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rackoff empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Ankylosing Spondylitis, Lupus/SLE, Osteoporosis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Reynaud's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Scleroderma, Sjogren's Syndrome, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Rackoff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rackoff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Rheumatology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rackoff board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paula Rackoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rackoff speak?
Dr. Rackoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Rackoff treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Rackoff 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. Rackoff. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Vitamins
- Lack of Vitamins
- Low Vitamin Levels
- Avitaminosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E569: Vitamin deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Stiff Hand
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Hand rigidity
- Limited hand movement
- Hand immobility
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25649: Stiffness of unspecified hand, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- High ESR Blood Test
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
- Elevated Sed Rate
- Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
- High Inflammatory Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R700: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Raynaud Phenomenon
- Raynaud’s Phenomenon
- Raynaud's Disease', 'Raynaud's Syndrome
- Cold Fingers and Toes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7300: Raynaud's syndrome without gangrene
What procedures does Dr. Rackoff perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Rackoff 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. Rackoff. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Rackoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Rackoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 844-8101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rackoff accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Rackoff in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
HealthComp
Healthfirst
Medicare
StableView Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Rackoff's office located?
Dr. Paula Rackoff's Primary Practice
355 W 52nd St Fl 7L
New York, NY 10019
(212) 844-8101
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Paula Rackoff an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Rackoff has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Rackoff, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsRecognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Rackoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rackoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386625275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rackoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rackoff
What is Dr. Paula Rackoff's specialty?
Dr. Rackoff is a Internist near New York, 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. Rackoff to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paula Rackoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rackoff is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, NYU Langone Orthopedic 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
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Is Paula Rackoff accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Paula Rackoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Rackoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rackoff's office at (212) 844-8101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Rackoff?
Please contact Dr. Rackoff's office at (212) 844-8101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Rackoff have?
Dr. Paula Rackoff is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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