Summary

Dr. Rimma Gelbert is a family medicine and internal medicine physician who also practices osteopathic medicine. She earned her medical degree from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been caring for patients for 24 years. Dr. Gelbert speaks Spanish, Russian, and English, allowing her to connect with diverse communities.

Dr. Gelbert practices in Brooklyn, New York, and is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center. She focuses on treating high cholesterol in children and teens, hyperlipidemia, and inherited cholesterol disorders. Her practice includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart health, conducting blood tests, and providing flu vaccinations. Patients have given Dr. Gelbert an average rating of 3.7 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 24 years of experience
  • 77 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Russian, English
  • New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Rimma Gelbert Medical Pc

1705 E 17th StBrooklyn, NY 11229
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

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3.7 
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24 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks English Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish Speaks English
Brooklyn , NYRoslyn Heights , NYBROOKLYN , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Dr B R Ambedkar Medical College Med School: University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Molloy College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Rimma Gelbert

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • 1199SEIU - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • 1199SEIU - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Centers Plan for Healthy Living
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Elderplan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • EmblemHealth - PPO
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - PPO
  • Group Health Cooperative
  • Hamaspik Choice
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Integra
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - HMO
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • National Vision Administrators
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Senior Whole Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford - PPO
  • VillageCareMax
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Rimma Gelbert has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Rimma Gelbert has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Internal Medicine
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Rimma Gelbert holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Gelbert's NPI number is 1679642565.

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Dr. Rimma Gelbert is affiliated with Maimonides Medical Center.
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