Summary

Dr. Richard Firshein has practiced family medicine and pediatrics for 42 years. He sees patients in New York, New York, and speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 42 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
  • New York Medical College
  • 13 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

The Firshein Center For Integrative Medicine

1226 Park AveNew York, NY 10128
Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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42 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English Speaks English, Russian
New York , NYWayne , NJForest Hills , NYBergenfield , NJ
Med School: New York Medical College Med School: NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Firshein

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Firshein has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Firshein has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acupuncture
  • Allergy
  • Asthma
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
  • Pediatrics
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Firshein holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1986 and New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Firshein's NPI number is 1104977461.

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Dr. Richard Firshein speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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