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Dr. Norman Riegel, MD

Dr. Norman Riegel, MD

Cardiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Norman Riegel, MD is a cardiologist in Howard Beach, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SUNY DWNSTATE M C College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities NYU Langone Hospitals and North Shore University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 54 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (54 reviews)

Howard Beach Cardiovascular Center

14916 80th St Howard Beach, NY 11414
Telehealth available
(718) 845-4844

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Riegel is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Riegel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Riegel specializes in the areas of Cardiology, Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Riegel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Riegel

4.3

54 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 Star
80%
80%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Richard Riekers – Oct 14, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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John G Bluemke – Nov 22, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
NYGAL – Apr 11, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Rochelle F. – Mar 17, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Grace Laine – May 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Slandman – May 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
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Anonymous – Apr 07, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Roman family – Nov 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Howard Beach – Apr 02, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Harry Johnson in Massapequa ny – Apr 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amy Wallach in Howard Beach, NY – Dec 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
14 people found this helpful
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Anna in Brooklyn, NY – Jan 26, 2016
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Dr. Norman Riegel, MD is a cardiologist in Howard Beach, NY and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SUNY DWNSTATE M C College of Medicine in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities NYU Langone Hospitals...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1982

  • Suny Dwnstate M C College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiology†
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
†Self designated 
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Dr. Riegel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Howard Beach Cardiovascular Center

    Norman Riegel MD14916 80th St Howard Beach, NY 11414
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • NYU Langone Hospitals

      550 1st Ave
      New York, NY 10016
      Recipient of 62
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • North Shore University Hospital

      300 Community Dr
      Manhasset, NY 11030
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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