Summary

Dr. Israel Berkowitz is an internal medicine physician who brings 45 years of clinical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in Yiddish, allowing him to serve patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Berkowitz is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital and practices in New York, NY. He specializes in managing cholesterol disorders and high blood pressure, including treating elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers. His diagnostic capabilities include performing heart rhythm tests and detailed heart imaging studies to evaluate cardiac function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.4 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Yiddish
  • Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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4.4 
45 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Yiddish Speaks English
New York , NYNew York City , NYHicksville , NYFanwood , NJ
Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Israel S Berkowitz

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NY Hotel Trade Council
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Israel S Berkowitz has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Israel S Berkowitz has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cholesterol Management
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Echocardiography
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brookdale University Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Israel S Berkowitz's NPI number is 1124094594.

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Where is Israel Berkowitz's office located?
Israel Berkowitz's office is located at 110 E 59th St Rm 8A, New York, NY, 10022.

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