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Dr. Chana Gelbfish, MD

Pediatrician

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gelbfish, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Chana Gelbfish, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Gelbfish graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Gelbfish is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelbfish’s office at (718) 258-1400.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Maimonides Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Gelbfish board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Chana Gelbfish, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Gelbfish speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gelbfish typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gelbfish 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. Gelbfish. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Severe Outer Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Malignant Otitis Externa
    • Necrotizing Otitis Externa
    • Aggressive Outer Ear Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6020: Malignant otitis externa, unspecified ear

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gelbfish typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Chana Gelbfish may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gelbfish's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gelbfish accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelbfish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 258-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Other TPA

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Gelbfish's office located?

    Dr. Chana Gelbfish's Primary Practice

    2502 Avenue I

    Brooklyn, NY 11210

    (718) 258-1400

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

    Dr. Gelbfish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366416182.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelbfish?

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

    What is Dr. Chana Gelbfish's specialty?

    Dr. Gelbfish is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Chana Gelbfish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gelbfish 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Chana Gelbfish accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Chana Gelbfish is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chana Gelbfish offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelbfish's office at (718) 258-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chana Gelbfish?

    Please contact Dr. Gelbfish's office at (718) 258-1400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gelbfish's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Chana Gelbfish have?

    Dr. Chana Gelbfish is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.