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Dr. Bruce Gelb, MD

Dr. Bruce Gelb, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gelb, Pediatric Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Bruce Gelb, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Gelb graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Cardiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics. He is a member of the American Heart Association, Society for Pediatric Research, American Pediatric Society, American Society for Clinical Investigation, and National Academies' Institute of Medicine. Dr. Gelb is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelb’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelb’s office at (212) 241-8662.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gelb?

    Dr. Bruce Gelb, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist 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. Gelb empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Marfan Syndrome, Noonan Syndrome, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Gelb is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Texas Children's Hospital

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Cardiology; Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics | New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Columbia University Medical Center | Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Gelb board certified in Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Gelb, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1991, American Board of Pediatrics since 2006, American Board of Pediatrics since 2013, American Board of Pediatrics since 1999

    What languages does Dr. Gelb speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gelb treat?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Gelb 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. Gelb. 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:

    • Other Birth Defects Causing Short Stature
    • Other Genetic Syndrome
    • Birth Defects
    • Rare Short Stature Syndromes
    • Uncommon Dwarfism
    • Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
    • Uncommon Congenital Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8719: Other congenital malformation syndromes predominantly associated with short stature
    • Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Heart Disease
    • Family History
    • Heart Disease
    • Hereditary heart disease risk
    • Genetic predisposition to heart problems
    • Heart conditions in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • HCM
    • Thickened Heart Muscle
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies
    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
    • Other Pulmonary Valve Birth Defects
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Narrowed Pulmonary Valve at Birth
    • Pulmonary Valve Narrowing
    • Heart Valve Birth Defect
    • Congenital Pulmonary Valve Anomalies
    • Pulmonary Valve Malformation
    • Abnormal Pulmonary Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q221: Congenital pulmonary valve stenosis
    • Q223: Other congenital malformations of pulmonary valve

    Also known as:

    • Marfan Syndrome
    • MFS
    • Genetic connective tissue disorder
    • Fibrillinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8740: Marfan syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Other Joint Problems
    • Joint Disorder
    • Unspecified Joint Issues
    • Miscellaneous Joint Conditions
    • Joint Derangement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2480: Other specific joint derangements of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • vEDS
    • EDS Type 4
    • Arterial Rupture Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7963: Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Double-Jointedness
    • Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M357: Hypermobility syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Birth Defects or Genetic Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • Family History
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Genetic risk for birth defects
    • Hereditary chromosomal abnormalities
    • Congenital anomalies in family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8279: Family history of other congenital malformations, deformations and chromosomal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Family history of genetic disease carrier
    • Family History
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Inherited genetic disease risk
    • Genetic carrier status in family
    • Family history of inherited conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8481: Family history of carrier of genetic disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Gelb perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bruce Gelb may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gelb's office.

    Does Dr. Gelb accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gelb accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Gelb in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MetroPlus

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gelb's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Gelb's Primary Practice

    1468 Madison Ave Fl 3

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 241-8662

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Heart Association

    Member

    Society for Pediatric Research

    Member

    American Pediatric Society

    Member

    American Society for Clinical Investigation

    Member

    National Academies' Institute of Medicine

    Member

    Awards

    New York Super Doctors

    Best Doctors, New York Magazine

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

    Dr. Gelb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720063001.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelb?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Gelb's specialty?

    Dr. Gelb is a Pediatric Cardiologist near New York, NY. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Gelb to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Gelb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gelb is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Explore Pediatric Cardiologist with 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 Bruce Gelb accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Gelb is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Gelb offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelb's office at (212) 241-8662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Gelb?

    Please contact Dr. Gelb's office at (212) 241-8662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Gelb have?

    Dr. Bruce Gelb is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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