Deceptive Billing, Unnecessary Blood Tests, and Public Humiliation…read more I scheduled my appointment through the clinic's website, which clearly stated the $300 fee included both the medical exam and completion of Form I-693. When I arrived, the receptionist confirmed this. Even the doctor told me--without me even asking--that the $300 covered both the appointment and the documentation. He said a blood test might be an additional charge and necessary to complete my I-693 which I agreed. I had already provided proof of all required vaccinations, and blood test that I got in another clinic and my insurance paid for it, so there was no medical reason to run any tests. Still, they mentioned one specific blood test, but then performed a different one that I did not need. When I returned to receive my results, I was suddenly told I had to pay another $300 to complete the documentation(form I-693) completely contradicting what both the website and staff had previously confirmed. When I questioned it, the receptionist began yelling at me in front of the entire waiting room and refused to finalize my paperwork unless I paid again. It was deeply unprofessional and humiliating. After leaving, I called the clinic to clarify. They told me the website was "wrong," and that the true cost was $300 for the exam and another $300 for the form (I-693) something never disclosed at any point. I requested a detailed, itemized bill showing the charges for both the appointment and filling the form but they refused. All they offered was a basic credit card receipt. When I finally received a billing summary, through email they cc two more people who could see all my bill and personal information, however they didn't disclose the charges and instead just sent me a total of due without specific information, so i had to request a disclosed bill and when I got it,they were charging me for hepatitis b, varicella and MMR titer and i had the vaccines for all these (I gave them my vaccine record including vaccines for these diseases so not blood test was necessary) This clinic is dishonest, lacks transparency, and operates unethically. They performed unnecessary medical procedures, changed prices after the fact, refused to provide proper billing, and publicly humiliated me. I strongly urge others to avoid this place at all costs

This medical office can be hazardous to your health!…read more I chose this office for a general check-up as I had not gone for one for several years. It was nearby, and the picutures of the office looked decent. I was able to make an appointment the next day, which was convenient. But, that is where the positives end. To start my exam, I saw a very nice young woman, but she was not a doctor. She was a PA. Spoke to me about my medical history, etc. I told her I was having an issue with my foot. A few days before, I went to a podiatrist (at a different location/office) and was told that I had injured my foot. I showed the PA my foot, and she said it looked normal (when it is more swollen than my other foot). So, who do I believe? The PA at Dr. Yuryev, or the podiatrist I had seen the week before? Well, the podiatrist ordered an MRI. I went for the MRI, and I have six stress fractures in my right foot. So much for the PA at this office for spotting an issue. Which, of course, they didn't. Then a blood test was taken. I received a call the next day from Dr. Yuryev's office to inform me that they have the results and that someone will call me to discuss. I then got a call from another PA at Dr. Yuryev to discuss the blood test result. First, he went over the good points. Then he went into the bad. I was told that I am anemic, with hemoglobin, hematocrit and RBC all below reference range. The PA told me that in addition to being anemic, I probably have a slow bleed inside of me, probably a tumor in my colon, and that I may have colon cancer. Well, when I heard that, I of course was quite upset. What is strange is that I have no pain and when I looked up the symptoms of colon cancer, I have none of it. I'm not tired all of the time, so I don't know how I could possibly have anemia. I was then told to see a gastroenterologist for a colonoscopy. I was given a reference to one from their office. Called the reference. An appointment was a month away and it was only a 10-minute video visit. That really isn't good enough. I found out on my own that I should have the blood test retaken and get a ferratin (Iron) blood test. So, what did I do? I went and found a really great gastroentrologist in Manhattan. Quickly got an appointment. Met with a real doctor this time. I showed him the blood test result. He said I shouldn't be too worried over it. He retook the blood test. And did a ferratin test. The result? Everything was in range! What a relief. The ferratin test showed everything with my iron levels was normal. Didn't look like I was anemic. While I was at the gastroenterologist, he set up a colonoscopy. I had that procedure done. The result? All NEGATIVE! No polyps, no tumors, no bleeding, nothing. I am NOT bleeding inside my colon, as I was told I probably was by the PA from Dr. Yuryev's office. I went into Dr. Yuryev's office feeling fine, and left being sick from what I was told. Thankfully it all worked out fine for me in the end, but the experience from Dr. Yuryev's office really scared me and worried me to no end for a couple of months until I knew the real results. What a lousy experience. PAs really aren't good enough. You need to see a doctor. With New York State now allowing PAs to administer your health care instead of a real doctor, more stories like mine may emerge. Moral of the story? Don't go to a doctor in Brooklyn. Always go to one in Manhattan if you can. There IS a difference!

Dr. Maravel has been caring for me and my family since he established his practice in Bay Ridge…read more He has shown professionalism, diligence, compassion, and a wry sense of humor. I would recommend him to anyone. ( And, his office is friendly and efficient.) Robert Petty

Been seeing him for over 20 yrs. I trust him 100 percent…read more Low key. And a dry sense of humor. His staff is great. Each one unique.

I've been coming here for nearly a decade, along with friends and family…read more Any time I want to access my lab results and medications, schedule an appointment, or message the doctor via the portal. He typically responds within the hour. Staff is super friendly. Whether your visit is in person or virtual, it's never rushed. He keeps things light, which always makes you feel comfortable sharing with him. Are you looking for a doctor to push prescriptions or not ask the hard questions? Wrong guy. He balances Western medicine with a whole body approach from diet, exercise, and over the counter natural treatments. We always end our conversations with a big smile. Love this guy and his staff! Can't recommend more highly. He's very supportive, approachable, and available. He's a PCP and also a nephrologist

By far, the best there is. I've been going to him for many years and I only have good things to say…read moreabout him. Since I'm a cancer survivor as well as he, I feel his sensitivity and quality of care reflects his own experience and passion for his patients and practice. Very highly recommended.

I race cars and I passed 63, must be in good shape to survive the g-forces during turns and…read moreextremely hard braking. For a couple of years I'm visiting Dr. Beneditsky with lower back and some other osteopathic problems. He helped me from the first procedure, I could not turn my body at waist even at 45 gegrees and I immediately saw his attentiveness to my problems, I saw his humane willingness to help me with my back problems, I admitted his highly professional attitude. He is always giving worth advices how to avoid or at least lower the stress on my back shoving exercises or advising to ride a bike instead of walking, swimming, etc... He is an athlete himself. Before finding him on Google through his positive feed backs, I visited a few really good doc. who also helped me a lot, but not as much and deep as Dr. Beneditsky. Recently, when he was on vacation, I came to quite a good doc. on Bay Ridge with a shoulder problem from constant use of comp. mouse. I visit that doc. twice, but without really good result. As soon as Dr. Beneditsky came from vacation I was in his office. An hour and a half later, when all the procedures were finished, I felt no pain in my shoulder. I was afraid that the pain will come in a day or two, but a week gone by, ... no pain. I visit him a few times more to secure the success. He is a man who was born to be a doctor and that is our advantage and we have to use his talent. Now I'm not waiting now when I got a problem again and trying to visit him twice or at least once a month. By the way, I pay cash and counting the super professional massage, his manipulations with my joints all over my body and how I feel rejuvenated for days and days after, I count the cost is minimal to the scale of improvement and quality of his and his stuff performance.

Great and very caring Doctor . I been seeing many doctors,…read more he is just the best ! recomended to all .

Dr. Fred and his team were truly amazing. They were all so kind, attentive, and caring. I feel very…read morelucky to have found this office. A special shout-out to Mona, who was absolutely fabulous and made me feel at ease. The entire team was wonderful, which isn't always the case at doctor's offices, and it made such a difference. They even gave me an Ensure after my blood draw, which was such a thoughtful touch and really shows their high level of care and service.

Dr Fred Notarnicola is the best .....he doesn't rush you and gives 100% of himself ....Thank You…read morefor being there for us ...this man is so appreciated!!!!!!

Easy to schedule an appointment. But after that-watch out…read more 1. Arrived on time. Filled out paperwork. Waited 40 minutes! before they took me. Quite long waiting time for my taste. Hmmm.... My time is precious too actually. And no, it is not ok for a lady without an appointment to go ahead of me just because she brought you cookies. 2. Now to the visit itself. Seems that he does not understand much. Did not ask me what vitamins I am taking. Only asked about medications. I pointed out that I am not taking medication but I take vitamins. He did not care about that. Dear doctor, what if i am overdosing on calcium? Or other vitamins that can be harmful if taken too long and too much? Nop, he does not care. 3. Have any concerns about the condition that you might have? I have a condition that needs to be watched. Well, his response is "Does that bother you, prevents you from breathing?" Excuse me, I did not know that we need to wait for the condition to accelerate to the level where it prevents me from breathing. I thought the point of monitoring your health problems is to prevent those problems from developing further or catch them if they become worse. 3. Got my blood work back. So, if there anything that is wrong with you blood results-something has lower or higher level that needed, his response is "go ask another doctor, maybe he recommends something". Aren't you a doctor and can prescribe me something to stabilize the level??? I am expecting you to tell me that you are recommending me XYZ. On a positive note-he is nice, his medical assistant is nice, he returns your phone calls promptly, and the front desc seems professional. But in the end, I would like a little more attention to my health and respect for my time.

My primary care physician is DR.SANTO CHIARELLO. He is thorough, caring, and Is always available…read morefor his patients. Dr. Chiarello is an old school doctor! He goes out of his way to help his patients. He was my mother's doctor!He always took the time to answer any of her many questions . His staff is pleasant and makes your follow up appointments with ease. He is knowledgeable and caring. I have recommended him to my family and friends.

Kenworthy is responsive, listens carefully, asks lots of questions, doesn't just take my word for…read moreit about what's wrong even though I am an excellent amateur diagnostician. Plus, he proves to be right. (The most recent was appendicitis vs. kidney stone-- rather high stakes.) He's my trusted guy. Note: Reviewers need to educate themselves about what a concierge practice is-- it's not such an alien concept.

Not sure how to say this, but the receptionist was super rude. I thought it was funny how bad she…read morewas at first, but then, realizing she wasn't joking, I just hung up. Basically, she said she couldn't hear me, which is odd considering I'm in my apartment, and the other physician I called had no problem hearing me. Normally I'd feel guilty for giving someone one star, but practices like this actually would be better off not existing.

If I could give minus zero stars I would, I spent crazy amounts of time getting there (which isn't…read morereally their fault) and I get there early and they tell me my appointment was canceled and they called me ( which they absolutely did not) I explained that they did not and they argued that they did instead of just apologizing. I'm almost certain it was due to antisemitism. they assumed I was Jewish and that they would make me run around like a chicken without a head. they offered no remedu and I heard them mimicking the Hebrew language as I left. it's really sad that such hate exists today. I'm very ill and they probably want to see me die.

What happened? My first visit in 2019 was one of the best medical facilities I'd been too in the…read morecity. Everything about my experience was 100%. It's now 2024 and I've only returned yearly for my annual exams/blood work/refills. Dr. Joudeh used to be awesome. He was attentive, caring, and listened. This last appointment was rather shocking. Not only did he have absolutely no memory of who I was - could have at least read my chart to see why I was there - but he questioned me about a medication I've been on for YEARS and that I should consider getting off of and, catch this, SMOKE Ayahuasca instead! Not just smoke, but do so on the ROOFTOP OF THE OFFICE AFTER HOURS with HIM and a 'small group of others' who meet up weekly. Are you serious? While I didn't feel Dr. Joudeh was coming onto me in a sexual way, what medical professional offers this as an option to any patient at a routine physical exam? Listen, I'm not an expert, but I sure as heck know that smoking 'Ayahuasca' isn't possible and that lacing something with synthetic DMT probably isn't a solid alternative. Also, the staff has really gone downhill. No one calls anymore to refill my script, give blood work details or test results. Every time my script is refilled it's always the wrong medicine - EVERY TIME. I have to call and change it. They charge my insurance for services I've never had. I have notified my insurance company as it feels like fraud. Testing my blood for HIV and STDs yearly is also something I ASKED them them NOT to do, but of course, every time, they do it. They told me its required by NYS - its not. Technically, I am supposed to sign off and STD and HIV testing as these are additional, elective services that are NOT required during a routine physical exam. Also, I have a gyno that handles any sex-life issues, tests, and questions. My personal information isn't just YOURS TO TAKE because I'm having my blood drawn. I'm still IN CHARGE of what tests I want performed, or so I thought. I was basically lied to. Second, things are not nearly as clean as they used be. I was nervous about having my blood drawn. There were three other nurses in the tiny room at the same time, all chatting and busy, while one just kinda took out a needle and wanted to get started. No masks, no gloves (which was the worst offense). I literally had to ask the nurse to 'please focus' as I want to make sure you have your shit together before you start putting needles in my arm. My uncle passed away from staff infection he obtained during a routine blood test - I was nervous. Nothing about this office is worth returning too. They used to be the BEST. Sad. Unfortunately, their focus on elective treatments for bad skin and fatty problem areas seems to be the grease for the wheels, greed and psychotropic experiences are the engine. #anotheronebitsthedust