Summary

Dr. Richard Handelsman is an internal medicine physician who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at UMDNJ and has practiced medicine for five decades, bringing extensive experience to patient care. Dr. Handelsman is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Handelsman is affiliated with Helen Hayes Hospital and practices at Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, New York. His expertise includes caring for patients with movement difficulties and memory-related conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and dementia. He provides services including physical therapy guidance and strength training programs, as well as specialized swallowing assessments. Patients rate Dr. Handelsman 4.9 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.9
  • 50 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Umdnj
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Good Samaritan Hospital

255 Lafayette AveSuffern, NY 10901

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Suffern , NYBRANCHBURG , NJNorth Bergen , NJWARREN , NJ
Med School: Col Of Osteo Med Surg Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Errol Handelsman

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Partners Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Errol Handelsman has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Errol Handelsman has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Umdnj

Medical School

Col Of Osteo Med Surg
Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Where is Dr. Richard Handelsman's office located?
Dr. Richard Handelsman's office is located at 255 Lafayette Ave, Suffern, NY, 10901.
Does Dr. Richard Handelsman accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Handelsman has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Richard Handelsman speak?
Dr. Richard Handelsman speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Handelsman affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Handelsman is affiliated with Helen Hayes Hospital.

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