Overview
Joseph Zelefsky is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Bronx, New York.
Dr. Zelefsky is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glaucoma, Cataract, Ocular Hypertension (OHT), and Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
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- PPO
- EPO
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- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- EPO
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- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- POS
- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
234 E 149th St Rm 26, Bronx, NY 10451
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky by calling their office at 718-579-5525. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky a top-rated expert for Glaucoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky is classified as an Advanced expert for Glaucoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky specialize in?
While Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Glaucoma, Cataract, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky accept my insurance?
Dr. Joseph R. Zelefsky accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-579-5525 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- GlaucomaDr. Zelefsky isAdvanced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Experienced
- CataractDr. Zelefsky isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Eyelid DroopingDr. Zelefsky isExperienced. Learn about Eyelid Drooping.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Zelefsky isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- PtosisDr. Zelefsky isExperienced. Learn about Ptosis.
- Subconjunctival HemorrhageDr. Zelefsky isExperienced. Learn about Subconjunctival Hemorrhage.
