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Rapid COVID PCR Testing available in office

We now offer rapid in-office COVID PCR testing for all of our patients. Please visit Rapid COVID Test Upper East Side for additional information.

Telemedicine With Our Doctors

As we all adapt pediatric practice in response to COVID-19, we, the providers at Pediatrics East of New York are committed to being here for our patients during this difficult time. We will be continuing to provide care to our patients while maximizing social distancing to protect ourRead More >

NO Walk-in Hours

There will be NO walk-in hours until further notice. We ask you to call the office prior to coming in to triage and schedule sick visits accordingly to minimize exposures. We are only allowing one visitor to accompany a patient during visits. Our highest priority is the safetyRead More >

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

In effort to partner with local health department, CDC, and federal agencies to slow and contain the transmission of COVID-19 in the United States, please be advised that our office has to implement plans to prevent and minimize the spread of COVID-19 during this time. For anyone whoRead More >

NYS Health Exchange Coverage Update

Due to the uncertainty caused by conflicting and often confusing information available on the NY State of Health/Health Plan Marketplace website, we have been receiving many calls inquiring which of these insurance plans we accept at our office. The Health Insurance Exchange is updated yearly, and information concerningRead More >

Understanding the Health Insurance Exchange HIX

Due to the confusion caused by conflicting and often confusing information concerning the NY State of Health Exchange and AHCA, we have been receiving many calls inquiring which of these insurance plans we accept at our office. The Health Insurance Exchange is a “work in progress” and informationRead More >

NYULMC Health Information Exchange Consent

As a part of a network of healthcare providers affiliated with NYU Langone Medical Center, our practice also became a part of the recent NYULMC Health Information Exchange system.  What does this means to our patients?  The HIE system is designed for affiliated healthcare providers, i.e., NYU Emergency Room, NYU specialists, orRead More >

2023-2024 seasonal flu shots are here!

We have received our 2023-2024 seasonal flu vaccines.  The American Academy of Pediatrics recommend seasonal flu shots for children 6 months and older and especially if there are chronic medical issues such as asthma, heart issues, or diabetes.  It’s also highly recommended that all household contacts of newborns (parents, siblings,Read More >

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, we are now offering Telemedicine/Video Visits and Rapid COVID PCR Testing in office. Meet with your doctor to get a prescribed treatment plan, refill or get a new prescription and much more all from the safety and comfort of your home.