Rheumatologist (Joint Pain/Inflammation Specialist), Internal Medicine
NPI number
1982683041
Reviews
4.73Based on 3 platforms
Zocdoc
4.8(589)
Google
3.6(21)
Yelp
3.5(13)
Certainly reviews are by verified patients who booked on Certainly and we confirmed saw the provider
Google review
May 5, 2022•Steve
Wonderful doctor and staff. Spends a lot of time we you to go over your questions and us very caring. I’ve also found referrals to other doctors to be good.
Google review
Dec 27, 2019•Carmen Hernandez
Dr. Fafalak has been my doctor for over 20 years! I always feel confident about any health issue I may be experiencing after my visit with him. I trust him completely!! Some patients say it's a long wait before you see him. Honestly, if you want a doctor who is thorough, listens to your every need ,explains, referes, and doesn't rush you...then he's the right doctor for you! I don't want a doctor that treats me like I'm at an express line at the market, and neither should you! His staff are great! Stephanie, Jennifer, and Julie are helpful & friendly! You deserve a doctor who cares! That's Dr. Robert G. Fafalak.
Google review
Aug 22, 2018•nicholas caruso
Dr. Fafalak has been my physician since 1998. I am truly grateful to have this dedicated and caring doctor as my health care provider. He has done an incredible job at monitoring trends in my health profile to diagnose abnormalities over the years. He has provided me with strong referrals to other health professionals. I am grateful. I am in excellent health as a result of his care.
Google review
Aug 2, 2022•Brendan Proper
Had an hour wait for my appointment. He was generally nice during the visit and so was the office staff. The bill was incorrect, including lab work that I did not have. He also billed for two office visits which I did not see him at all. I will not be going back.
Google review
Jun 11, 2021•Joshua Arcus
There comes a point when the repeated inability to reach office staff on the phone, or to get a call back, or to get a reply to an Email, or to have a discussion about labwork.... all of it overshadows the competence of the doctor. I understand others' frustrations about wait times, but that's common for doctors. But I've never experienced such an indifference to responding to paying customers/patients days later, and after 1, 2, 3 follow-ups. The doctor has been made aware of these issues by me, and has reasonable enough situational awareness that if he doesn't hold his staff to a higher standard, it means he doesn't perceive this behavior as a problem either. As a result, he has lost my confidence, and my business. There are plenty of qualified doctors out there. Buyer/Patient beware.
Costs
with Blue Cross/Blue Shield (any - including Anthem, Empire, etc.)
New patient office visit
up to $247*
Providers charge for an "office visit" when discussing treatment for a specific health condition.
It does not include the cost of tests or procedures, and is based on:
medical complexity of the health issue (most visits are low complexity)
face-to-face time spent with the provider
time spent by the provider documenting the encounter
Minimal complexity
up to $107*
Low complexity
up to $134*
Moderate complexity
up to $154*
High complexity
up to $247*
Joint injections
up to $199*
Major joint/bursa(knee, hip, shoulder, trochanteric bursa, subacromial bursa, pes anserine bursa)
Ultrasonography - Imaging (Ultrasound) ultrasonic guidance code for needle placement
up to $132*
DEXA bone density study (for osteoporosis)
up to $93*
DEXA Bone density
up to $93*
X-ray spine examinations
up to $76*
X-ray of cervical spine (neck region) with 2 or 3 views
up to $74*
X-ray of thoracic spine (mid-back region) with 2 views
up to $76*
Single view X-ray of any region of the spine
up to $45*
Radiologic Exam
up to $71*
X-ray Lumbar Spines, 2 or 3 views
up to $71*
X-ray Knee, 1-2 views
up to $63*
Radiologic examination, hand; complete, minimum of 3 views
up to $47*
Antibody Test
up to $15*
Antinuclear antibody (ANA) test
up to $15*
Allergen specific IgE; qualitative, each allergen
up to $5*
Other Rheumatologist Services
up to $1884*
Angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE) level
up to $25*
Endoscopic carpal tunnel release
up to $1167*
Speech and language therapy
up to $112*
Intermediate evaluation
up to $95*
Office consultation for a new or established patient
up to $178*
Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter
up to $35*
Injections of anesthetic and/or steroid into lower or sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance
up to $435*
Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid, with video
up to $467*
Nerve conduction studies, 1-2 studies
up to $120*
Exploration of spinal fusion
up to $1884*
Ultrasound measurement of post-voiding residual urine
up to $35*
HIV-2 antibody
up to $11*
Direct measurement of LDL cholesterol
up to $8*
Show more
Show less
Price Breakdown
Typical treatment path for Rheumatology Consultation These are the most common services patients usually receive during their Rheumatology Consultation appointment.
New patient office visit
up to $247*
Providers charge for an "office visit" when discussing treatment for a specific health condition.
It does not include the cost of tests or procedures, and is based on:
medical complexity of the health issue (most visits are low complexity)
face-to-face time spent with the provider
time spent by the provider documenting the encounter
Most common service(s)
Low complexity
up to $134*
Other service(s)
Minimal complexity
up to $107*
Moderate complexity
up to $154*
High complexity
up to $247*
Predicted total:
up to $134*
Your actual treatment path and cost may differ.Why?
* depends on your specific insurance (copay, deductible, coverage, etc.)
Tell us about your insurance
Have an account? Log In
Enter your insurance to calculate out-of-pocket costs for all providers.
Please select your insurance carrier.
Please provide your full name.
Please provide a valid email.
Please provide a valid insurance member id.
Please enter your dob in mm/dd/yyyy format.
It looks like an account exists for this email address.
Click here to login
Your payment options
Free Consultation + Pay Now
Certainly
• Choose to get treated in the same visit or not
Free Consultation + Pay Later
Certainly
• Choose to get treated in the same visit or not
• No payment if no treatment is received
Appointment Scheduling
Times
This provider's schedule is not available online, so please provide at least 3 dates and times that work for you.
We'll send you an appointment date within one business day.
We'll send you an appointment date/time within one business day.
If the provider is not available during your preferred times, we will notify you of alternative times or offer similar providers available during these times.
Appointment Scheduling
You can call Dr. Robert Fafalak's office at (212) 933-0072 to book an appointment.
Note that Certainly Health operates independently of many providers, so the provider may not be aware of us.
We list prices for all providers, including non-partners, to help you find the most affordable care for you.
Please select a valid appointment date and time, or choose to tell us later.
Price Breakdown
Typical treatment path for Rheumatology Consultation These are the most common services patients usually receive during their Rheumatology Consultation appointment.
New patient office visit
up to $247*
Providers charge for an "office visit" when discussing treatment for a specific health condition.
It does not include the cost of tests or procedures, and is based on:
medical complexity of the health issue (most visits are low complexity)
face-to-face time spent with the provider
time spent by the provider documenting the encounter
Most common service(s)
Low complexity
up to $134*
Other service(s)
Minimal complexity
up to $107*
Moderate complexity
up to $154*
High complexity
up to $247*
Predicted total:
up to $134*
Your actual treatment path and cost may differ.Why?
* depends on your specific insurance (copay, deductible, coverage, etc.)