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Dr. Howard Reifer
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5.0

(12)

Dr. Howard Reifer

Brooklyn, NY

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Reifer, Podiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Howard Reifer is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Reifer completed his residency at Nassau County Medical Center/Brunswick Hospital. He is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and New York Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Reifer is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Reifer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Reifer’s office at (718) 434-0711.

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

    • Fellowship: Brooklyn Hospital Center

    • Residency: Nassau County Medical Center/Brunswick Hospital

    • Medical School: New York College of Podiatric Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Reifer speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Reifer typically treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Reifer 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. Reifer. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Condition
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis

    Also known as:

    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Claw Toe
    • Mallet Toe
    • Bent Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2040: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot

    What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Reifer typically perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Reifer 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. Reifer. 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:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Does Dr. Reifer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Reifer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 434-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Reifer accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Network Solutions

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Reifer's office located?

    Dr. Howard Reifer's Primary Practice

    3007 Farragut Rd

    Brooklyn, NY 11210

    (718) 434-0711

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    Dr. Howard Reifer's Practice 2

    5701 4th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Howard Reifer?

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

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 12 reviews

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    Office Experience

    97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    69% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Howard Reifer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Reifer has been rated and reviewed by 12 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Reifer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Podiatric Medical Association

    Professional Member

    New York Podiatric Medical Association

    Professional Member

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

    Dr. Reifer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124037593.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Reifer?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Reifer's specialty?

    What does a Podiatrist do?

    A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.

    Is Dr. Howard Reifer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Reifer is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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

    When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Podiatrist. 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 Dr. Howard Reifer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Reifer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Reifer offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Reifer, or call (718) 434-0711 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Reifer?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Reifer, or call (718) 434-0711 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Reifer's office located?

    Dr. Reifer's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.