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Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD

(Norman Pflaster, MD)

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Specializes in: Psychiatry & Neurology and Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease)

Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (1987)

Professional interests include: stroke, epilepsy, neck pain, and more.

877 East Main Street Suite 106
Riverhead, NY 11901

(631) 727-0660

Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD is a null in Islip, NY specializing in psychiatry & neurology and neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 1987 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD is affiliated with NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates.

Office Locations

712 Main Street
Islip, NY 11751

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NYU Langone Health

77 Medford Avenue
Patchogue, NY 11772

(631) 758-1910

(631) 758-2371

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NYU Langone Health

877 East Main Street Suite 106
Riverhead, NY 11901

(631) 727-0660

(631) 727-0099

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Some issues Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

In The News

“We want to send a hug and thank you to not only our family for being so supportive of us, but to Dr. Mel Kaplan who took care of Mindy for years; the doctors, Dr. Norman Pflaster and Dr. Thomas...”—"Mindy Marie Cooper", The Suffolk Times, January 2017

“Also named in the claims, which allege negligence in Alex's misdiagnosis, are New York University Hospital and one of its physicians, Dr. Thomas Diflo, who performed one of the transplants, and...”—"Family Joins Suit Over Son's Donated Organs", 27 East

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

intravenous infusion

In 2023, Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD performed more intravenous (IV) infusion procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within New York.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2012 were rehabilitation, hospital care, inpatient care and manual therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	48
cardiac procedures	24
doctor visit	679
electroencephalography (EEG)	42
emergency care	19
hospital care	137
inpatient care	137
manual therapy	48
rehabilitation	221

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, ambulatory monitoring and electroencephalography (EEG).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	102
cardiac procedures	67
doctor visit	1354
electroencephalography (EEG)	71
emergency care	18
hospital care	262
inpatient care	262

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	423
Female	515

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	828
Black	55
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	297
85 and over	142
Less than 65	242

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	38
Dementia	31
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, ambulatory monitoring and cardiac procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	103
cardiac procedures	71
doctor visit	1292
electroencephalography (EEG)	68
emergency care	14
hospital care	204
inpatient care	204

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	417
Female	503

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	806
Black	52
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	257
From 75 to 84	270
85 and over	133
Less than 65	260

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2014

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	19
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	39
Dementia	30
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2015 were hospital care, inpatient care, ambulatory monitoring and cardiac procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	83
cardiac procedures	56
doctor visit	1187
electroencephalography (EEG)	56
emergency care	29
hospital care	235
inpatient care	235
nursing home care	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	818
Female	982

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1564
Black	110
Hispanic	68
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	558
From 75 to 84	522
85 and over	302
Less than 65	418

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	37
Dementia	34
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2016 were hospital care, inpatient care, nursing home care and chemotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	12
chemotherapy	12
doctor visit	1014
hospital care	311
inpatient care	311
minimally invasive procedures	12
nursing home care	20

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	418
Female	466

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	770
Black	56
Hispanic	30
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	269
From 75 to 84	240
85 and over	147
Less than 65	228

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2016

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	17
Ischemic Heart Disease	44
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	17
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	38
Dementia	34
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2017 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and chemotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	90
chemotherapy	90
doctor visit	1161
hospital care	279
inpatient care	279
minimally invasive procedures	197
nursing home care	14

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	455
Female	624

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	942
Black	58
Hispanic	45
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	315
From 75 to 84	312
85 and over	163
Less than 65	289

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2017

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	35
Dementia	31
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2018 were hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and chemotherapy.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	34
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	76
cardiac procedures	17
chemotherapy	76
doctor visit	1136
electroencephalography (EEG)	17
emergency care	19
hospital care	289
inpatient care	289
minimally invasive procedures	209

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	438
Female	591

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	893
Black	56
Hispanic	47
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	325
From 75 to 84	291
85 and over	144
Less than 65	269

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2018

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	28
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, ambulatory monitoring and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	68
cardiac procedures	39
doctor visit	1532
electroencephalography (EEG)	55
emergency care	19
hospital care	259
inpatient care	259
ultrasound (sonogram)	64
vascular procedures	64

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	564
Female	613

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1027
Black	61
Hispanic	46
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	374
From 75 to 84	374
85 and over	161
Less than 65	268

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2019

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	32
Dementia	33
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	16
doctor visit	1475
electroencephalography (EEG)	16
emergency care	40
hospital care	190
inpatient care	190
ultrasound (sonogram)	42
vascular procedures	42

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	511
Female	552

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	928
Black	57
Hispanic	37
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	326
From 75 to 84	341
85 and over	173
Less than 65	223

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	67
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	29
Dementia	36
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

ambulatory monitoring	20
cardiac procedures	20
doctor visit	1454
emergency care	31
hospital care	167
inpatient care	167
ultrasound (sonogram)	33
vascular procedures	33

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	459
Female	585

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	919
Black	45
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	331
From 75 to 84	354
85 and over	161
Less than 65	198

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2021

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	20
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	29
Dementia	35
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, ultrasound (sonogram) and vascular procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

cardiac procedures	13
doctor visit	1577
electroencephalography (EEG)	12
emergency care	14
hospital care	47
inpatient care	47
ultrasound (sonogram)	35
vascular procedures	35

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	473
Female	619

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	957
Black	44
Hispanic	56
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	338
From 75 to 84	391
85 and over	166
Less than 65	197

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	28
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	16
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	31
Dementia	24
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated as a null in Islip, NY were rehabilitation, inpatient care, hospital care and minimally invasive procedures.

ambulatory monitoring	65
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	59
cardiac procedures	35
chemotherapy	59
doctor visit	1260
electroencephalography (EEG)	42
emergency care	22
hospital care	216
inpatient care	216
manual therapy	48
minimally invasive procedures	139
nursing home care	15
rehabilitation	221
ultrasound (sonogram)	43
vascular procedures	43

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD.

**Gender**
Male	452
Female	550

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	54
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	875
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	39
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	308
85 and over	153
Less than 65	235
65 to 74	304

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	18
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	31
Atrial Fibrillation	14
Dementia	28
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School in 1987. He completed residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School (1987)

Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center (1989)

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology (1993)

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Aetna HMO, Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice, Aetna Medicare, Aetna Indemnity, Local 1199 PPO, HIP EPO, HIP Access II, HIP Access I, MagnaCare PPO, Humana Medicare Advantage, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), BlueCross BlueShield of Florida, CIGNA Open Access, United Healthcare PPO, United Healthcare POS, United Healthcare Indemnity, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Choice, Aetna Open Access HMO, Vytra HMO, Healthfirst Medicaid, Workers' Compensation, TRICARE, Anthem, Aetna PPO, Healthfirst Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Aetna Open Access EPO, AARP, WellCare Medicare, United Healthcare Medicare, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Guardian, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, HIP Child Health Plus, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, GHI Medicare Supplement, United Healthcare Navigate, Aetna POS, First Health PPO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Great-West Healthcare, Golden Rule, Community Care Network (CCN), Trustmark , Beech Street PPO, Kaiser Permanente, GHI HMO, CIGNA PPO, Group Health Incorporated (GHI), EmblemHealth, CIGNA HMO, CIGNA Indemnity, Healthfirst Child Health Plus, Elderplan, Medicaid Managed Care, TriWest, Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield POS, Blue Cross Blue Shield EPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity, US Family Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, HealthSpring, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Railroad Medicare, GEHA, BCBS PPO (NYU Langone Suffolk Employees), BCBS Healthplus Special Needs, BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group, Teamsters Allied Benefits, Surest, Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange, Apwu Health Plan, Christian Brothers Services, Qualcare Inc, Oscar Platinum Edge Exchange, Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2, Insurance Design Administrators, Aetna EPO (American Express employer), Health Net of California, Oscar Bronze Edge Exchange, Global Excel, NYC Employees PPO Plan, Healthfirst Silver Leaf Exchange, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 4, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 3, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 2, BCBS Healthplus Essential Plan 1, American Plan Administrators, BCBS Local 32BJ Employees, Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange, Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO, AXA Assistance USA, Nippon Life-Aetna, Fiserv Health, UMR GEHA, Mutual of Omaha, UMR, BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO, BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange, Screen Actors Guild, Meritain Health, Aetna Choice POS II Choice Plus Plan (NY University Employees), HIP VIP Medicare Bold, Administrative Concepts, Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Oscar Gold Edge Exchange, BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY, BCBS EPO (NYU Langone Suffolk Employees), NY Fire Department - WTC, Aetna POS (American Express Employer), Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan, BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group, AETNA EPO (NYULH Employees), BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage, Aetna Signature Administrators PPO, Healthfirst Platinum Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Health Republic of New Jersey, Nippon Life Ins Co, Healthfirst Essential Plan 3 & 4, HIP VIP Medicare Prime, New York Hotel Trades, Global Health, Oscar Secure, Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange, Nippon Life of America-Aetna, NYS Health Insurance Plan - The Empire Plan, Excelsior Plan, NY Student Employee Health Plan, World Trade Center - Sedgwick, US Life Insurance Company, BCBS Blue Access PPO Large Group, Oxford Health Plans Liberty, Wlny-TV Inc., Oscar Silver Edge Exchange, Aetna International, Aetna Choice POS II Value Plan (NY University Employees), Medicare Part A and B, Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange, MVP Preferred EPO, BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), BCBS Out of State or Region, Aetna Meritain Health, Healthfirst Bronze Total, Pro, Plus EPO, BCBS Mediblue Select HMO/Extra HMO, IUOE Local 14-14B, Chesterfield Resources Inc, HIP Medicare Supplement, Diversified Administration Corporation, VNS NY Choice Select Health, WellNet, Aetna Student Plan, BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), Health And Recovery Plan (Harp), Allied, Oxford Metro, Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual, Aetna Medicare Value Select HMO, Qualcare Direct, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Professional Benefit Admin, BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group, Wellfleet-NYU Student, Starmark, AETNA EPO (Sunset Park Employees), BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group, WTC Health Program and BCBS Federal Program.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Aetna HMO

Local 1199 - NYU Hospital Member Choice

Aetna Medicare

Aetna Indemnity

Local 1199 PPO

HIP EPO

HIP Access II

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Overall Rating: 1.0 2024-09-30

1/5 Stars - Disappointing Experience with Dr. Norman Pflaster

I recently visited Dr. Norman Pflaster at NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates in Patchogue, seeking a new neurologist due to my previous doctor leaving the network. Unfortunately, my experience was subpar.

Late Arrival and Lack of Preparation

Dr. Pflaster arrived 45 minutes late to our scheduled appointment, apologizing briefly before rushing into questions. It was clear he hadn't reviewed my medical history or purpose for the visit, despite my having provided this information when scheduling.

Unprofessional Communication

When discussing my neurological issues and medication history, Dr. Pflaster became confrontational and dismissive. He implied that I was the problem, not the doctors, and downplayed my concerns. His defensive attitude and lack of empathy were staggering.

Unhelpful and Dismissive

Instead of working together to find solutions, Dr. Pflaster suggested I was the issue and that I should see another doctor. I left in tears, feeling disrespected and unheard.

Would Not Recommend

Based on this experience, I would not recommend Dr. Norman Pflaster or NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates in Patchogue. I will be seeking care at a different location, such as Huntington or Lake Success, where I have had positive experiences in the past.

Tips for Future Patients:

- Verify that your doctor has reviewed your medical history before the appointment.
- Be prepared for potential communication issues.
- Consider seeking care at alternative locations.

I hope this review helps others make informed decisions about their healthcare.

Additional Details:

- Location: NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates, 77 Medford Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772
- Phone: 631-758-1910
- Date of Visit: 9/30/24

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
AbbVie Inc.	$16,538 UBRELVY $16,122	QULIPTA $270	BOTOX $109	VRAYLAR $36
Allergan, Inc.	$12,243 UBRELVY $12,173	BOTOX $70
Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.	$11,649 OXTELLAR XR $11,277	TROKENDI XR $352	$19
FOREST PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.	$5,405 NAMENDA XR $5,369	VIIBRYD $22	LINZESS $11	NAMENDA $4
Lundbeck LLC	$1,844 ONFI $738	VYEPTI $487	NORTHERA $354	SABRIL $246	$19
Other	$23,025 Fycompa $1,209	Briviact $1,149	Aimovig $959	APTIOM $921	Nuedexta $678	Other $18,109

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$40,882
Food and Beverage	$26,795
Travel and Lodging	$2,722
Education	$304

Biography

Dr. Norman Pflaster is a medical specialist in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). These areas are among Dr. Pflaster's clinical interests: migraine, myasthenia gravis, and stroke. He is affiliated with NYU Langone Health. Trustmark, Anthem, and Blue California are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Pflaster honors. After attending Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School, he completed his residency training at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan.