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Dr. Lawrence Primis, MD

Bay Shore, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Primis, Anesthesiologist in Bay Shore, NY?

    Dr. Lawrence Primis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bay Shore, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Primis graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Primis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Primis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Primis’s office at (516) 663-0333.

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

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Primis board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Primis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Primis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Primis treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Primis 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. Primis. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • History of Other Digestive System Disease
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Past GI Disorder
    • Previous Digestive Problem
    • History of Gastrointestinal Illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Does Dr. Primis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Primis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 663-0333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Primis accept in Bay Shore, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Primis' office located?

    Dr. Lawrence Primis' Primary Practice

    53 Brentwood Rd

    Bay Shore, NY 11706

    (516) 663-0333

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    Dr. Lawrence Primis' Practice 2

    259 1st St

    Mineola, NY 11501

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    Dr. Lawrence Primis' Practice 3

    1 Heroes Way

    Riverhead, NY 11901

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

    Dr. Primis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285607556.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Primis?

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

    What is Dr. Lawrence Primis's specialty?

    Dr. Primis is a Anesthesiologist near Bay Shore, NY. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Primis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lawrence Primis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Primis is affiliated with South Shore University 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 Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Lawrence Primis accepting new patients in Bay Shore, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Primis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lawrence Primis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Primis's office at (516) 663-0333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Primis?

    Please contact Dr. Primis's office at (516) 663-0333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Primis have?

    Dr. Lawrence Primis is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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