Michael Henry Polcino, MD
Michael Henry Polcino is a Surgery specialist based in West Babylon, NY with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 23 years in surgery, Michael Henry Polcino, MD is a long-established surgery specialist in West Babylon. Trained at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (class of 2003), he has been practicing for over 23 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 84% of reporting doctors in New York
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1798dNPPES updated 2021-06-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
141 Little East Neck Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704-7719
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better12.12%
New York avg: 3.5 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+7 pts)
12.12% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better94.4%
New York avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.6 pts)
Better than 84% of reporting doctors in New YorkHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
106
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
84
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
231
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $4k
Percentile rankings compared against 8,064 reporting peers in New York.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$39 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Michael Henry Polcino's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2003
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Board certified · Jun 20, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
23 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Class of 2003)
Virtual Surgery Care With Michael Henry Polcino
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael Henry Polcino for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Babylon required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Michael Henry Polcino
NPI records show Dr. Polcino as active with telehealth listed in West Babylon, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (631) 482-8134.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Michael Henry Polcino
Practice Location
141 Little East Neck Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704-7719
Mailing Address
141 Little East Neck Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704-7719
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