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Dr. Josef Schenker, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schenker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Josef Schenker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schenker completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Schenker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schenker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schenker’s office at (718) 780-3000.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Emergency Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital

    • Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il

    Is Dr. Schenker board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Josef Schenker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Schenker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schenker typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schenker 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. Schenker. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • STD
    • STI
    • Venereal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A64: Unspecified sexually transmitted disease

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schenker typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Josef Schenker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schenker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schenker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 780-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Schenker 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • State of Vermont

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Visiting Nurse Service of New York

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    Where is Dr. Schenker's office located?

    Department Of Emergency Medicine

    506 6th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

    (718) 780-3000

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    Dr. Josef Schenker's Practice 2

    6122 Fresh Pond Rd

    Middle Village, NY 11379

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    Dr. Josef Schenker's Practice 3

    6402 108th St

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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

    Dr. Schenker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225004708.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schenker?

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

    What is Dr. Josef Schenker's specialty?

    Dr. Schenker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is this Dr. Josef Schenker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schenker is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, Westchester Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Josef Schenker accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Josef Schenker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josef Schenker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schenker's office at (718) 780-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Josef Schenker?

    Please contact Dr. Schenker's office at (718) 780-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Josef Schenker have?

    Dr. Josef Schenker is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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