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Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD

(Norman Pflaster, MD)

(21 Ratings)

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 37 years of experience. Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD is affiliated with New York University, NYU Langone Health and NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates-Islip.

Office Locations

Address:

712 Main Street
Islip, NY 11751

Address:

77 Medford Avenue
Patchogue, NY 11772

Address:

877 East Main Street Suite 106
Riverhead, NY 11901

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

ambulatory monitoring	100
cardiac procedures	65
doctor visit	1347
electroencephalography (EEG)	68
emergency care	17
hospital care	261
inpatient care	261

**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

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

ambulatory monitoring	101
cardiac procedures	69
doctor visit	1285
electroencephalography (EEG)	65
emergency care	13
hospital care	203
inpatient care	203

**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

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

ambulatory monitoring	81
cardiac procedures	54
doctor visit	1180
electroencephalography (EEG)	53
emergency care	28
hospital care	234
inpatient care	234
nursing home care	12

**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

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

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	11
chemotherapy	11
doctor visit	1007
hospital care	310
inpatient care	310
minimally invasive procedures	10
nursing home care	19

**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

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

biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	89
chemotherapy	89
doctor visit	1154
hospital care	278
inpatient care	278
minimally invasive procedures	195
nursing home care	13

**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

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

ambulatory monitoring	32
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	75
cardiac procedures	15
chemotherapy	75
doctor visit	1129
electroencephalography (EEG)	14
emergency care	18
hospital care	288
inpatient care	288
minimally invasive procedures	207

**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

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

**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

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

cardiac procedures	14
doctor visit	1468
electroencephalography (EEG)	13
emergency care	39
hospital care	189
inpatient care	189
ultrasound (sonogram)	40
vascular procedures	40

**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

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

ambulatory monitoring	18
cardiac procedures	31
doctor visit	3024
electroencephalography (EEG)	9
emergency care	44
hospital care	213
inpatient care	213
ultrasound (sonogram)	66
vascular procedures	66

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

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 hospital care, inpatient care, minimally invasive procedures and ambulatory monitoring.

ambulatory monitoring	66
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	58
cardiac procedures	41
chemotherapy	58
doctor visit	1459
electroencephalography (EEG)	40
emergency care	25
hospital care	248
inpatient care	248
minimally invasive procedures	137
nursing home care	14
ultrasound (sonogram)	56
vascular procedures	56

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

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

**Gender**
Male	404
Female	484

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	50
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	775
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	33
Other	1

**Age**
75 to 84	264
85 and over	136
Less than 65	219
65 to 74	268

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD From 2013 - 2021

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	55
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	15
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	7
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Cancer	8
Dementia	25

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:

New York University

NYU Langone Health

NYU Langone South Shore Neurologic Associates-Islip

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: Local 1199, Centerlight Healthcare, Hotel Trades Council, River Spring Health Plan, Fidelis Care, Centers Plan For Healthy Living, HIP, Healthfirst, Multiplan, Cigna, First Health, Aetna, United Healthcare, POMCO Insurance Company, Anthem BCBS Health Plus, Tricare, VNS Choice Advantage, Magnacare, Oxford, Humana, Medicare, NYSHIP - The Empire Plan, MetroPlusHealth, Sedgwick WTC, Partners Health Plan Inc, Elderplan, VA Community Care Network, Medicaid of New York, GHI, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Wellcare, Qualcare Inc., Amida Care, Emblem, Railroad Medicare, Connecticare, WTC Health Program, 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, TRICARE, Anthem, Aetna PPO, Aetna HMO, Healthfirst Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO, Aetna Open Access EPO, AARP, WellCare Medicare, WellCare, United Healthcare Medicare, Medicare Part B, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, 1199SEIU, Guardian, Fidelis Care, HIP PPO, HIP POS, HIP HMO, Aetna, Aetna Medicare, HIP Child Health Plus, MultiPlan PPO, MultiPlan, GHI Medicare Supplement, United Healthcare Navigate, Aetna POS, First Health PPO, Great-West Healthcare HMO, Aetna Indemnity, 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, Local 1199 PPO, Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity, US Family Health Plan, UnitedHealthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Railroad Medicare, GEHA, BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), BCBS Healthplus Special Needs, BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group, Teamsters Allied Benefits, Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange, Apwu Health Plan, Christian Brothers Services, Qualcare Inc, Oscar Platinum Edge Exchange, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), HIP Prime Silver Exchange, Insurance Design Administrators, Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2, Health Net of California, Oscar Bronze Edge Exchange, Global Excel, 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, HIP Prime Platinum Exchange, Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange, BCBS Local 32BJ Employees, HIP Prime Gold Exchange, AXA Assistance USA, Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Fiserv Health, Mutual of Omaha, UMR, BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO, BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange, BCBS EPO (LICH Employees), Screen Actors Guild, HIP Prime Silver, HIP Prime Bronze Exchange, Partners Health Plan FIDA, Meritain Health, HIP VIP Medicare Bold, Administrative Concepts, HIP Bridge, Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO, Oscar Gold Edge Exchange, Connecticare Bridge, BCBS PPO (LICH Employees), BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY, BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees), NY Fire Department - WTC, HIP Prime Bronze, Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan, BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group, BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage, Connecticare Commercial, HIP Prime Gold, 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, HIP Prime Basic Exchange, Global Health, Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange, HIP Prime Platinum, Partners Health Plan Medicare, 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, BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees), Oxford Health Plans Liberty, Wlny-TV Inc., BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees), Oscar Silver Edge Exchange, Medicare Part A and B, Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange, BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees), 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, Bind Benefits inc, BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees), Health And Recovery Plan (Harp), HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange, Allied, Oxford Metro, Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual, Qualcare Direct, Oxford Health Plans Freedom, Professional Benefit Admin, BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group, Wellfleet-NYU Student, Starmark, BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group and BCBS Federal Program.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

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

Local 1199

Centerlight Healthcare

Hotel Trades Council

River Spring Health Plan

Fidelis Care

Centers Plan For Healthy Living

HIP

Healthfirst

Multiplan

Cigna

First Health

Aetna

United Healthcare

POMCO Insurance Company

Anthem BCBS Health Plus

Tricare

VNS Choice Advantage

Magnacare

Oxford

Humana

Medicare

NYSHIP - The Empire Plan

MetroPlusHealth

Sedgwick WTC

Partners Health Plan Inc

Elderplan

VA Community Care Network

Medicaid of New York

GHI

Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Wellcare

Qualcare Inc.

Amida Care

Emblem

Railroad Medicare

Connecticare

WTC Health Program

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

TRICARE

Anthem

Aetna PPO

Aetna HMO

Healthfirst Medicare

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare HMO

Aetna Open Access EPO

AARP

WellCare Medicare

WellCare

United Healthcare Medicare

Medicare Part B

Medicare Advantage

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

1199SEIU

Guardian

Fidelis Care

HIP PPO

HIP POS

HIP HMO

Aetna

Aetna Medicare

HIP Child Health Plus

MultiPlan PPO

MultiPlan

GHI Medicare Supplement

United Healthcare Navigate

Aetna POS

First Health PPO

Great-West Healthcare HMO

Aetna Indemnity

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

Local 1199 PPO

Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity

US Family Health Plan

UnitedHealthcare

Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO

Railroad Medicare

GEHA

BCBS PPO - Empire PPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)

BCBS Healthplus Special Needs

BCBS PPO/EPO Small Group

Teamsters Allied Benefits

Healthfirst Green Leaf Exchange

Apwu Health Plan

Christian Brothers Services

Qualcare Inc

Oscar Platinum Edge Exchange

BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)

HIP Prime Silver Exchange

Insurance Design Administrators

Healthfirst Essential Plan 1 & 2

Health Net of California

Oscar Bronze Edge Exchange

Global Excel

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

HIP Prime Platinum Exchange

Healthfirst Platinum Leaf Exchange

BCBS Local 32BJ Employees

HIP Prime Gold Exchange

AXA Assistance USA

Healthfirst Gold Total, Pro, Plus EPO

Fiserv Health

Mutual of Omaha

UMR

BCBS Mediblue Medicare PPO

BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange

BCBS EPO (LICH Employees)

Screen Actors Guild

HIP Prime Silver

HIP Prime Bronze Exchange

Partners Health Plan FIDA

Meritain Health

HIP VIP Medicare Bold

Administrative Concepts

HIP Bridge

Healthfirst Silver Total, Pro, Plus EPO

Oscar Gold Edge Exchange

Connecticare Bridge

BCBS PPO (LICH Employees)

BCBS Healthplus NY Child Health Plus NY

BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (NYU Langone Employees)

NY Fire Department - WTC

HIP Prime Bronze

Healthfirst Personal Wellness Plan

BCBS Blue Access EPO Small Group

BCBS Healthplus Mediblue Advantage

Connecticare Commercial

HIP Prime Gold

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

HIP Prime Basic Exchange

Global Health

Healthfirst Bronze Leaf Exchange

HIP Prime Platinum

Partners Health Plan Medicare

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

BCBS EPO - Empire EPO (NYU Langone Employees)

Oxford Health Plans Liberty

Wlny-TV Inc.

BCBS EPO - Empire NYU Care (Sunset Park/Family Health Center Employees)

Oscar Silver Edge Exchange

Medicare Part A and B

Healthfirst Gold Leaf Exchange

BCBS PPO (BlackRock Employees)

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

Bind Benefits inc

BCBS EPO (BlackRock Employees)

Health And Recovery Plan (Harp)

HIP Prime Catastrophic Exchange

Allied

Oxford Metro

Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual

Qualcare Direct

Oxford Health Plans Freedom

Professional Benefit Admin

BCBS Blue Access GEPO Small Group

Wellfleet-NYU Student

Starmark

BCBS Blue Access EPO Large Group

BCBS Federal Program

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD has a high overall rating with an average of 3.88 out of 5 stars based on 21 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Norman Pflaster, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Islip, NY.

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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 practices neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He is rated highly by his patients. His areas of expertise include the following: migraine, myasthenia gravis, and stroke. Dr. Pflaster is affiliated with NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Pflaster most likely takes Trustmark, Anthem, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. He attended Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School and subsequently trained at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan for residency.