48 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Loewenstein, Gastroenterologist in Far Rockaway, NY?
Where did Dr. Loewenstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Kings County Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Loewenstein board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Loewenstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Loewenstein speak?
Dr. Loewenstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Loewenstein typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Loewenstein 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. Loewenstein. 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:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Loewenstein typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Loewenstein 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. Loewenstein. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 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
Does Dr. Loewenstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Loewenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 432-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Loewenstein accept in Far Rockaway, NY?
Dr. Loewenstein in Far Rockaway, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Loewenstein's office located?
Dr. Joel Loewenstein's Primary Practice
1612 Central Ave Ste 201
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
(516) 432-2900
What hospitals are Dr. Loewenstein affiliated with?
Dr. Loewenstein has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Loewenstein's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Loewenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174501795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loewenstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Loewenstein