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Dr. Kent Friedman, MD

Dr. Kent Friedman, MD

New York, NY

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friedman, Nuclear Radiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Kent Friedman, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Friedman graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Dr. Friedman is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friedman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friedman’s office at (212) 263-0050.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friedman?

    Dr. Kent Friedman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nuclear Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Friedman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Detection & Staging, PET Imaging, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Friedman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Friedman board certified in Nuclear Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kent Friedman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Friedman speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Friedman treat?

    As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Friedman 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. Friedman. 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:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
    • Cancer
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Benign Tumor
    • Malignant NET
    • Neuroendocrine Cancer
    • NET Cancer
    • Other benign neuroendocrine growths
    • Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
    • D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer
    • Papillary Thyroid Cancer
    • Follicular Thyroid Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
    • Z85850: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of thyroid

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Musculoskeletal Imaging
    • Abnormal bone scan
    • Unusual muscle imaging
    • Joint imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R937: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of musculoskeletal system

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
    • Enlarged glands in one area
    • Local lymphadenopathy
    • Swollen glands

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Which procedures does Dr. Friedman perform as a Nuclear Radiologist?

    As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kent Friedman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friedman's office.

    Does Dr. Friedman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friedman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friedman's office located?

    Dr. Kent Friedman's Primary Practice

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 263-0050

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    Dr. Kent Friedman's Practice 2

    2318 31st St Ste 200

    Astoria, NY 11105

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    Dr. Kent Friedman's Practice 3

    150 E 32nd St

    New York, NY 10016

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

    Dr. Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275597346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friedman?

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

    What is Dr. Kent Friedman's specialty?

    Dr. Friedman is a Nuclear Radiologist near New York, NY. A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases. Contact Dr. Friedman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kent Friedman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friedman is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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 Nuclear Radiologist?

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    Is Kent Friedman accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Kent Friedman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kent Friedman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (212) 263-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kent Friedman?

    Please contact Dr. Friedman's office at (212) 263-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kent Friedman have?

    Dr. Kent Friedman is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.

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