Annual physical exams can help prevent future health issues. At Empire New York Medical Care, patients throughout the New York City can have annual physical exams Dr. Hago in the office conveniently located in Midtown East,New York.
A physical exam will typically involve the collection of a medical history and monitoring of a patient's vital signs. Dr. Hago will check blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate, and temperature. The doctor will listen to the heart to determine whether there are any irregularities like a heart murmur or heart disease. Dr. Hago will also listen to the lungs to make sure there are no wheezing, crackling, or other indicators of possible lung disease. A head and neck examination is also included in an annual checkup. This includes a throat and tonsils exam. Dr. Hago may check the ears, nose, eyes, and lymph nodes at this time. The doctor will usually check reflexes to make sure response times are within normal ranges during the annual checkup, as well. An annual exam may also include a number of other things depending on the patient’s needs. The yearly examination can be customized for the patient and their needs.
An annual physical examination will allow the doctor to identify any changes in your health or new signs of potentially dangerous illnesses in their earliest stages. This will allow the doctor to order further tests and begin treatment as soon as possible. Also, many insurance companies and employers require a physical examination as a way of determining your level of overall health. It helps them to determine whether or not you are a good risk for insurance and if you will be physically able to perform the duties associated with the position you are applying for.
At Empire New York Medical Care, we accept most major medical insurance plans. Here is a short-list of just some of the most popular plans we accept. Please contact our office if you do not see your insurance provider listed below.
"This is my favorite dr in the city. I was lucky enough to run into him year ago right when he was opening his new office on Broadway. He's been my Dr. ever since. :)"
"My diabetes is now completely under control and my A1C is great all thanks to Dr Hago -- I can't say enough good things about this guy!"
"Dr. Hago is very kind and extremely knowledgable.He gave me many key points which encouraged me to start being healthy again. "
"When my insurance declined to pay for some of the tests, Dr. Hago said that, since he ordered them, he'd pay for them."
