Dr. Anne Nolte, MD – Family Physician | New York, NY

Dr. Anne Nolte, MD is a Family Physician practicing at her clinic in New York, NY. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, comprehensive, patient-centered family medical care. Dr. Anne Nolte is currently welcoming new patients to her practice. Please call (212) 481-1219 to inquire or schedule an appointment.

Dr. Anne Nolte, MD is a family medicine physician in New York, NY and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She provides continuous and comprehensive primary medical care for individuals and families across all ages and life stages. This includes preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic illnesses, and management of ongoing health needs, serving as the central point for patient care. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in family medicine, she brings a wealth of clinical knowledge and compassionate care to her patients. She serves patients of all ages.

She graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 2006 and is registered with The New York State Board for Medicine (NYSBOM) and practices under the New York Education Law, Article 131 (Medicine). She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stony Brook Southampton Hospital and Lenox Hill Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Anne Nolte provides consultations primarily in English. Dr. Anne Nolte is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, emphasizing the tenets of holistic well-being and a collaborative approach to healthcare.

Dr. Anne Nolte addresses a wide range of common health concerns, including:

• Sinus Bradycardia: This condition involves a slow heart rate, which can sometimes cause symptoms like dizziness or fatigue.
• Ovarian Cysts: These are fluid-filled sacs that can develop on the ovaries and may cause pain or discomfort.
• Tubo-Ovarian Abscess: This is a collection of pus that forms near the fallopian tubes and ovaries, often requiring medical attention.
• Bronchitis: This involves inflammation of the bronchial tubes, often causing a cough and shortness of breath.
• Chest Pain: Chest pain can have various causes, requiring a thorough evaluation to determine the underlying issue.
• Vertigo: This refers to a sensation of spinning or dizziness, often requiring a medical assessment.
• Postpartum Depression: This is a mood disorder that can affect women after childbirth, causing sadness, anxiety, and other symptoms.
• Obesity: This is a condition characterized by excess body fat, often associated with various health complications.
• Multiple Miscarriages: Experiencing multiple miscarriages can be distressing and requires medical evaluation to understand the underlying causes.
• Gait Abnormality: Changes or difficulties in walking can indicate various underlying health problems.
• Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis: These conditions involve inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract, often causing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and other symptoms.
• Painful Periods: Menstrual cramps can be significant for some women and might require medical attention.
• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI): UTIs are common infections of the urinary system, often causing pain and discomfort.
• Hernia: A hernia occurs when an organ pushes through a weak point in the surrounding muscle or tissue.

Please note: This list highlights some common health concerns that Dr. Anne Nolte addresses and is for informational purposes only; it does not constitute medical advice. The range of conditions a Family Physician manages is broad, and this list is not exhaustive. For a comprehensive understanding of how she can assist with your specific health needs or to discuss any particular symptoms you are experiencing, it's always best to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Dr. Anne Nolte offers a range of services to meet her patients' healthcare needs, such as:

• Fetal Cardiac Screening: This helps detect potential heart problems in a developing fetus.
• Psychological Evaluation: This involves assessing a patient's mental health and well-being.
• Gonorrhea Screening: This test helps detect the presence of gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted infection.
• Urine Pregnancy Test: This is a simple test to determine if a woman is pregnant.
• Chlamydia Infection Screening: This test helps identify chlamydia, another common sexually transmitted infection.
• Genetic Screening for Breast Cancer: This helps assess an individual's risk for developing breast cancer.
• Independent Educational Evaluation: This provides an objective assessment of a child's educational needs.
• Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery: This assesses the mental health readiness for weight-loss surgery.
• Osteoporosis Screening: This helps detect bone density loss and risk for osteoporosis.
• Herpes Simplex Screening: This test helps identify herpes simplex virus infections.
• Trichomoniasis Screening: This test helps detect trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection.
• Psychiatric Evaluation - Child and Adolescent: This assesses the mental health of children and adolescents.
• Dementia Evaluation: This helps diagnose and assess the severity of dementia.
• Worker's Compensation Evaluations: These evaluations assess work-related injuries or illnesses.

Please note: This list highlights some of the key services that may be offered by Dr. Anne Nolte. Service availability can change and not all services listed may be appropriate or offered to every patient. The scope of services can vary. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services or to discuss your specific healthcare needs, it's always best to schedule a consultation. Some specialized procedures or advanced diagnostic tests may require referral to a specialist.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Family Physicians in New York and adhere to the ethical and professional guidelines set forth by The New York State Board for Medicine (NYSBOM).

Dr. Anne Nolte is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. Whether it's managing common concerns or pursuing preventative wellness, she helps patients set and reach meaningful goals. The following examples illustrate how this collaborative approach with Dr. Anne Nolte can make a difference in patients' lives:

• With the right treatment, patients find their coughs subside and their breathing becomes easier, allowing them to return to their normal activities and enjoy life without the constant discomfort of bronchitis.
• With appropriate support and treatment, new mothers find their mood significantly improves, allowing them to fully enjoy the precious moments with their newborns and rediscover their zest for life. They are then able to reconnect with loved ones and resume activities they previously enjoyed.
• After receiving comprehensive care and support, many women experiencing multiple miscarriages find hope and healing, eventually achieving a healthy pregnancy and welcoming a much-wanted baby. This allows them to experience the joys of parenthood and move forward with their lives, feeling empowered and confident in their future.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of how patients, with the support of Dr. Anne Nolte, can achieve positive health outcomes and resume meaningful activities. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

The practice is situated in a family medicine practice in the New York, New York area. It is conveniently located near key city attractions and public services in New York and is generally accessible via local transportation options serving New York. The clinic is designed to be accessible to all patients, with features to accommodate various mobility needs. Patients usually find parking readily available in the vicinity of the practice.

Understanding your insurance coverage is an important step in planning your healthcare with Dr. Anne Nolte. The clinic may accept a variety of insurance plans. Below is a list of some insurance networks that Dr. Anne Nolte or the clinic may be affiliated with. However, this list is subject to change and may not be exhaustive.

• Aetna
• Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
• Amerihealth
  • Plan: Personal Choice, Type: PPO
• Anthem
  • Plan: National (BlueCard), Type: PPO
• AvMed
  • Plan: Open Access
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Plan: Blue Cross and Blue Shield
• Buckeye Community Health Plan
  • Plan: Medicare
• CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Plan: HealthyBlue, Type: Advantage
• Cigna
• Curative
  • Plan: Curative EPO
  • Plan: Curative PPO
  • Plan: Curative PPO Plus
• EmblemHealth
  • Plan: Emblem Health
• Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Fidelis Care
• First Health
  • Plan: First Health (Coventry Health Care), Type: PPO
• Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Plan: Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
• Healthfirst
• Humana
• MagnaCare
• Medical Mutual of Ohio
• MultiPlan
  • Plan: MultiPlan PPO
• Oxford Health Plans
• POMCO Group
• UnitedHealthCare
  • Plan: Choice Plus, Type: POS

Important Note on Insurance Verification:

Insurance networks and accepted plans can change frequently and without prior notice. The list above, if provided, is for general guidance only and may not be completely up-to-date or cover all specific plans within a network. It is imperative that patients personally verify that Dr. Anne Nolte is currently an in-network provider for their specific insurance plan, and fully understand all coverage details (including co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance requirements, and any need for referrals or pre-authorizations for services with Dr. Anne Nolte) by contacting their insurance provider directly BEFORE scheduling an appointment. You should also confirm acceptance of your specific plan with our office at (212) 481-1219 when you call to schedule. While our staff can assist with general insurance questions, your insurance company is the definitive source for your coverage information. Understanding your benefits ahead of time helps prevent unexpected out-of-pocket expenses.

Please be aware that some services, such as certain preventative screenings not covered under your specific plan, administrative forms, or non-medically necessary procedures, may not be covered by insurance and could be your financial responsibility.

Dr. Anne Nolte may be affiliated with one or more local hospitals to ensure seamless care for patients requiring hospitalization. Affiliations can include:

• Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (Southampton, NY)
• Northern Westchester Hospital (Mount Kisco, NY)
• White Plains Hospital (White Plains, NY)
• Newton-Wellesley Hospital (Newton, MA)
• South Miami Hospital (South Miami, FL)
• Ochsner Medical Center (New Orleans, LA)
• Stamford Hospital (Stamford, CT)
• NYU Langone Hospitals (New York, NY)
• New York-Presbyterian Hospital (New York, NY)
• Doctors Hospital (Coral Gables, FL)
• North Shore University Hospital (Manhasset, NY)
• Lenox Hill Hospital (New York, NY)
• Sisters of Charity Hospital (Buffalo, NY)
• Newyork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital (Cortlandt Manor, NY)
• Vassar Brothers Medical Center (Poughkeepsie, NY)
• Phelps Hospital (Sleepy Hollow, NY)
• Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx, NY)
• Westchester Medical Center (Valhalla, NY)
• Good Samaritan Hospital (Suffern, NY)
• Samaritan Medical Center (Watertown, NY)

She earned her medical degree from Thomas Jefferson University in 2006. Following medical school, she undertook residency training in Family Medicine at Lancaster General Hospital (graduated 2009), honing skills in comprehensive patient care.

She is Board Certified in Family Practice by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Here are answers to some common questions about care with Dr. Anne Nolte:

Are services from Dr. Anne Nolte typically covered by health insurance in New York?

As a Family Physician in New York, Dr. Anne Nolte likely accepts a variety of health insurance plans, including major private insurers, Medicare, and potentially state Medicaid programs (patients should verify Medicaid participation directly). However, it is absolutely imperative that patients verify with their specific insurance provider AND with our clinic's office at (212) 481-1219 prior to an appointment to confirm that Dr. Anne Nolte is 'in-network' for their plan and to understand their specific coverage details, co-pays, deductibles, co-insurance, and any referral requirements for specialist visits if applicable. Some services (e.g., most cosmetic procedures, some administrative forms, non-medically necessary visits) may not be covered by insurance and could result in out-of-pocket expenses. Please ask the clinic about policies for uninsured or self-pay patients if applicable.

Do I typically need a referral to see Dr. Anne Nolte as my Family Physician, or to see a specialist?

Generally, individuals do not need a referral from another doctor to see Dr. Anne Nolte to establish care as their Family Physician/Primary Care Physician (PCP), provided she is accepting new patients. However, to see most medical specialists (e.g., cardiologist, dermatologist), Dr. Anne Nolte will typically provide a referral after an assessment. Many insurance plans, particularly HMOs (Health Maintenance Organizations), do require a referral from your designated PCP (Dr. Anne Nolte, if so chosen) for specialist visits to be covered. PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) plans may offer more flexibility for self-referral to specialists, but this might result in higher out-of-pocket costs if the specialist is out-of-network or if a referral would have secured better coverage. Always check the referral requirements of your specific insurance plan.

What happens if Dr. Anne Nolte determines I need to see a medical specialist?

If Dr. Anne Nolte determines that your condition requires the expertise of a medical specialist (e.g., a cardiologist, dermatologist, surgeon, psychiatrist), she will discuss the reasons with you and initiate a referral. In the US healthcare system, this often involves Dr. Anne Nolte's office sending a formal referral request, including your relevant medical information and reason for consult, to the specialist's office. Depending on your insurance plan (especially HMOs), a formal referral from Dr. Anne Nolte may be required by your insurer for the specialist visit to be covered or for you to receive in-network benefits. Our staff at the clinic will work to find an in-network specialist for you where possible and may assist with any necessary prior authorization process from your insurance. Wait times for specialist appointments can vary significantly. The specialist's office will typically contact you directly to schedule an appointment once the referral (and any insurance authorization) is processed. Please follow up with our clinic if you encounter issues or haven't heard back within a reasonable timeframe as advised by Dr. Anne Nolte.

What should I bring with me to my appointment with Dr. Anne Nolte?

Always bring your insurance card(s) and a form of photo ID to your appointment with Dr. Anne Nolte. A complete list of all medications you're currently taking (prescription, non-prescription, natural health products), including dosages, is crucial for Dr. Anne Nolte to review for safety and interactions. For new patients, any past medical records or a health summary you can provide are beneficial. If you monitor things at home (like blood pressure or blood sugar), bringing your logbook and device can be helpful. Preparing a list of your symptoms or questions in advance can also make your appointment more productive. Also, be aware of your insurance co-pay or deductible responsibilities.

Can you explain common health insurance terms like co-pays, deductibles, and co-insurance?

Certainly! A co-pay (or copayment) is a fixed amount (e.g., $25 or $50) you pay for a covered healthcare service, like a doctor's visit or a prescription, at the time of service. Your insurance plan pays the rest of the allowed amount. A deductible is the amount you must pay out-of-pocket for covered healthcare services *before* your insurance plan starts to pay its share (e.g., you might have a $1,000 annual deductible). Preventive services are often covered before meeting the deductible. Co-insurance is your share of the costs of a covered healthcare service, calculated as a percentage (e.g., 20%) of the allowed amount for the service, which you pay *after* you've met your deductible. For example, if the allowed amount is $100 and your co-insurance is 20%, you pay $20 and your insurer pays $80 (after deductible). These amounts and how they apply vary greatly by insurance plan. Dr. Anne Nolte recommends you consult your insurance plan documents or contact your insurer's member services for details specific to your policy.

What exactly is a Family Physician (Family Physician) and what is their role in the US healthcare system?

Your Family Physician (Family Physician) is your primary healthcare provider in the US, expertly trained to care for a wide spectrum of health issues. She manage acute illnesses, oversee care for long-term chronic diseases, provide routine health screenings and lifestyle counseling (often part of annual wellness visits or Medicare Annual Wellness Visits for seniors), administer vaccinations, and ensure you get access to specialized medical services through referrals, often navigating insurance requirements. The continuity of care she provide, understanding your health history and individual needs, is fundamental to effective family medicine and can lead to better health outcomes.

How do I get a prescription refilled by Dr. Anne Nolte?

For most routine prescription refills, please contact your pharmacy first, ideally 5-7 days before you run out of medication. Your pharmacy can often send an electronic refill request directly to Dr. Anne Nolte's office. Please allow at least 24-72 business hours for these requests to be processed by Dr. Anne Nolte and the pharmacy. For certain medications (e.g., controlled substances like opioids or stimulants, or medications requiring close monitoring like blood thinners), or if it has been a significant time (e.g., as determined by Dr. Anne Nolte, often 6-12 months) since your last review with Dr. Anne Nolte, an appointment will likely be required to assess your condition, ensure the medication is still appropriate and at the correct dose, and meet regulatory requirements. Some insurance plans may require prior authorization for certain medications, which our office can help initiate, but this can add time. It is always best to request refills proactively and not wait until you are completely out of medication.

What if Dr. Anne Nolte works in a group practice or medical group? Will I always see Dr. Anne Nolte?

Dr. Anne Nolte practices as part of a medical group, which often means you have access to a team of healthcare professionals, potentially including other physicians, nurse practitioners (NPs), physician assistants (PAs), nurses, medical assistants, and sometimes on-site or closely affiliated dietitians or behavioral health specialists. While the goal is always to promote continuity with your primary Family Physician, Dr. Anne Nolte, for some urgent same-day issues, routine follow-ups for stable conditions, or if Dr. Anne Nolte is unavailable (e.g., on vacation or at a conference), you might be offered an appointment with another trusted member of the care team. This collaborative, team-based approach can enhance access to care, provide comprehensive support, and ensure your needs are met promptly. The clinic will always strive to have you see Dr. Anne Nolte for complex or ongoing issues where that established physician-patient relationship is most crucial.

15 E 40th St Rm 101
New York NY 10016
Phone: (212) 481-1219

Dr. Anne Nolte, MD is regulated by the New York Education Law, Article 131 (Medicine) in New York and is licensed by The New York State Board for Medicine (NYSBOM).

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1427270347

Registration can typically be verified through The New York State Board for Medicine (NYSBOM) website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Family Physicians like Dr. Anne Nolte are skilled in managing a wide range of health issues. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your Family Physician about all aspects of your health, including any treatments received from other practitioners or specialists.