Rheumatologist In Brooklyn
At IDCC Health Services, our expert board-certified rheumatologist focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders such as arthritis, lupus, and osteoporosis. With advanced treatments and a pat…
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- Same-day appointments at all 3 locations
- Open Sundays at 445 Kings Highway
- Accepting Commercial Insurance, Medicaid (NY), Medicare, Fidelis, Healthfirst + most other plans
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Rheumatology at IDCC
At IDCC Health Services, our expert board-certified rheumatologist focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders such as arthritis, lupus, and osteoporosis. With advanced treatments and a patient-centered approach, we are committed to improving your mobility and overall quality of life.
At IDCC Health Services, we provide specialized rheumatology care tailored to patients dealing with joint, muscle, and autoimmune conditions.
Our expert board-certified rheumatologist focuses on diagnosing and managing disorders such as arthritis, lupus, and osteoporosis. With advanced treatments and a patient-centered approach, we are committed to improving your mobility and overall quality of life.
Our top rheumatologist brings years of experience in diagnosing and treating a variety of musculoskeletal and autoimmune conditions.
Conditions we treat
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis, including knee arthritis
- Gout
- Lupus
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Polymyalgia rheumatica and Sjögren’s syndrome
- Osteoporosis
- Fibromyalgia
- A positive ANA or other abnormal blood tests
In the office
- Blood tests drawn on site
- Cortisone injections for inflamed joints and tendons
- Gel (hyaluronic acid) injections for knee arthritis
- Ongoing monitoring of arthritis and autoimmune treatment
What to expect at your first visit
Bring a list of your medications, any earlier blood tests or X-rays, and notes on which joints hurt or swell, how long morning stiffness lasts and whether anyone in your family has arthritis or an autoimmune disease.
The rheumatologist examines your joints and muscles and usually orders blood tests, which can be drawn on site. At the follow-up visit you go over the results and a treatment plan, which may include medication, injections or physical therapy.
Why patients choose IDCC for rheumatology
- Board-certified specialists who coordinate with your primary care doctor: one chart, one team
- On-site sonography, labs and therapy: fewer trips across town
- Medicaid (New York), Medicare, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, UnitedHealthcare (incl. Oxford) and most major plans accepted
- Three Brooklyn locations · open Sundays at 445 Kings Highway · Spanish-speaking staff
Dr. Irine CorstMD · Rheumatology
What does a rheumatologist treat?
Rheumatologists treat arthritis and autoimmune diseases that affect the joints, muscles and bones, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, psoriatic arthritis and osteoporosis.
When should I see a rheumatologist?
See a rheumatologist for joint pain with swelling, morning stiffness that lasts more than half an hour, pain in several joints at once, a positive ANA blood test, or repeated gout attacks.
Do you give joint injections?
Yes. A cortisone injection can calm an inflamed joint or tendon, and some patients with knee arthritis are candidates for gel injections. Your rheumatologist will tell you whether an injection fits your situation.
How soon can I see a rheumatology specialist?
Most new patients are seen within the week. Book online or call. Our team confirms your time the same day in most cases.
Is rheumatology covered by my insurance?
We accept Medicaid (New York), Medicare, Fidelis Care, Healthfirst, UnitedHealthcare (incl. Oxford), Aetna and most major plans, and we verify your specific coverage before your visit, so there are no surprises.
Which location should I visit?
Rheumatology appointments are at our 201 Kings Highway location.
Do I need a referral?
Many plans let you book specialists directly. If yours requires a referral, our primary care team can often handle it in-house. That's the advantage of a multi-specialty center.