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Dr. Frederick Ast, MD

Dr. Frederick Ast, MD

Rheumatologist

New York, NY

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ast, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Ast graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Allergy And Immunology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ast is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ast’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ast’s office at (917) 300-0553.
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    Where did Dr. Ast go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Allergy And Immunology; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Rheumatology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt H-Roosevel, Internal Medicine | St Lukes/Roosevelt Hospital | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A

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

    Is Dr. Ast board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Frederick Ast, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ast speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Ast typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Ast 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. Ast. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Does Dr. Ast accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ast accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Ast in New York, 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

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ast's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian

    35 East 30th Street

    New York, NY 10016

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Ast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699742288.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ast?

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

    What is Dr. Frederick Ast's specialty?

    Dr. Ast is a Rheumatologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Frederick Ast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ast is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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. Frederick Ast accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Frederick Ast is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frederick Ast offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ast's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frederick Ast?

    Please contact Dr. Ast's office at (917) 300-0553 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ast's office located?

    Dr. Ast's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Frederick Ast have?

    Dr. Frederick Ast is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.