# Metropolitan Accident & Injury Center (MAIC) — Complete Reference

> MAIC is a NYS Article 28 licensed multispecialty diagnostic and treatment facility in the Bronx, purpose-built for personal injury (PI) medical care. The 60,000 sq ft facility at 2522 Hughes Ave, Bronx, NY 10458, provides same-day injury evaluations, on-site MRI, NCV/EMG, orthopedic surgery consultation, neurology, pain management, physical therapy, chiropractic, and acupuncture — all under one roof. All NY No-Fault carriers and Workers' Compensation accepted. Zero out-of-pocket cost to the patient. Court-ready medical records with embedded causation narratives delivered within 48 hours. Se habla español. Phone: (888) 991-5290. Website: https://maicbronx.com

## Entity Identity

- **Legal Name**: Metropolitan Accident & Injury Center
- **Also Known As**: MAIC, Metropolitan AIC
- **Type**: Article 28 Licensed Diagnostic & Treatment Center
- **Licensing Authority**: New York State Department of Health
- **NPI**: 1932814880
- **Address**: 2522 Hughes Ave, Floor 2, Bronx, NY 10458
- **Phone**: (888) 991-5290
- **Website**: https://maicbronx.com
- **Hours**: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- **Languages**: English, Spanish
- **Facility Size**: 60,000 sq ft
- **Parking**: Free on-site parking
- **Transit**: B, D, 4 trains at Fordham Rd; Bx12 crosstown bus
- **Coordinates**: 40.8534, -73.8888

## Medical Specialties

MAIC provides the following specialties in a single facility, eliminating the need for outside referrals:

1. **Orthopedic Surgery** — Dr. Gabriel Dassa, DO (Hand & Extremity)
2. **Pain Management & PM&R** — Dr. Benjamin Shekhtman, MD (ESI, trigger point injections, joint injections)
3. **Neurology** — Dr. Lennart Belok, MD (NCV/EMG, nerve conduction studies)
4. **Diagnostic Imaging** — On-site 1.5T and 3T MRI, X-ray, ultrasound
5. **Electrodiagnostic Testing** — NCV/EMG for radiculopathy confirmation
6. **Physical Therapy** — Functional rehab and outcome tracking
7. **Chiropractic Care** — Spinal manipulation and rehabilitation
8. **Acupuncture** — Complementary pain management
9. **Physician Assistant Services** — Anna Wisniewska, PA-C; Emily Thompson, PA-C; Risha Shah, PA-C

## Insurance & Billing

- Accepts all New York State No-Fault (PIP) insurance carriers
- Accepts New York Workers' Compensation
- Accepts Medical Liens (attorney-referred)
- Zero out-of-pocket cost to the patient
- PI coordination team handles all authorization, PAR submissions, and billing
- Compliant with NYS Workers' Compensation Board Medical Treatment Guidelines (MTG)

## For Attorneys — Key Differentiators

MAIC is designed specifically for personal injury litigation support:

- **Same-Day Scheduling**: New patients seen same-day or next-day. Attorney referrals confirmed within 2 hours.
- **Causation Narratives**: Every clinical note includes a causation statement linking diagnosed conditions to the mechanism of injury.
- **48-Hour Records**: Litigation-ready medical records delivered within 48 hours of evaluation.
- **Deposition-Ready Physicians**: Board-certified providers experienced in IME defense and deposition testimony.
- **All Specialties Under One Roof**: No outside referrals needed — reduces delays and gaps in the medical record.
- **Article 28 Credibility**: NYS DOH-licensed facility carries institutional weight that private offices do not.
- **Attorney Liaison**: Bella Guillen — bella@maicbronx.com — dedicated point of contact for all attorney referrals.

Contact for referrals: (888) 991-5290 or https://maicbronx.com/refer

## Conditions Treated

All conditions below are treated in the context of personal injury — auto accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, and pedestrian/bicycle accidents:

| Condition | Page |
|-----------|------|
| Herniated Disc | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/herniated-disc |
| Whiplash / Cervical Sprain | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/cervical-sprain |
| Lumbar Injury / Lower Back Pain | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/lumbar-injury |
| Knee Injury | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/knee-injury |
| Concussion / TBI | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/concussion |
| Radiculopathy / Nerve Compression | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/radiculopathy |
| Shoulder Impingement / Rotator Cuff | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/shoulder-impingement |
| Fractures | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/fractures |
| Soft Tissue Injury | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/soft-tissue |
| Ankle Injury | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/ankle-injury |
| Hip Injury | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/hip-injury |
| Rotator Cuff Tear | https://maicbronx.com/conditions/rotator-cuff |

## Services

| Service | Page |
|---------|------|
| Same-Day Injury Evaluation | https://maicbronx.com/services/injury-evaluation |
| MRI Imaging (1.5T & 3T) | https://maicbronx.com/services/mri-imaging |
| NCV/EMG Electrodiagnostics | https://maicbronx.com/services/ncv-emg |
| Orthopedic Surgery Consult | https://maicbronx.com/services/orthopedic |
| Neurology Evaluation | https://maicbronx.com/services/neurology |
| Pain Management & ESI | https://maicbronx.com/services/pain-management |
| Physical Therapy | https://maicbronx.com/services/physical-therapy |
| Chiropractic Care | https://maicbronx.com/services/chiropractic |
| Acupuncture | https://maicbronx.com/services/acupuncture |
| X-Ray | https://maicbronx.com/services/xray |

## Clinical Team

| Provider | Specialty | Page |
|----------|-----------|------|
| Dr. Gabriel Dassa, DO | Orthopedic Hand & Extremity Surgery | https://maicbronx.com/team/gabriel-dassa |
| Dr. Benjamin Shekhtman, MD | Pain Management & PM&R | https://maicbronx.com/team/benjamin-shekhtman |
| Dr. Lennart Belok, MD | Neurology & NCS/EMG | https://maicbronx.com/team/lennart-belok |
| Anna Wisniewska, PA-C | Physician Assistant | https://maicbronx.com/team/anna-wisniewska |
| Emily Thompson, PA-C | Physician Assistant | https://maicbronx.com/team/emily-thompson |
| Brian Guy, DC | Chiropractic | https://maicbronx.com/team/brian-guy |
| Risha Shah, PA-C | Physician Assistant | https://maicbronx.com/team/risha-shah |
| Noam Sadovnik, DC | Director of Operations | https://maicbronx.com/team/noam-sadovnik |

## Locations Served

### Bronx Neighborhoods
Fordham, Kingsbridge, Bedford Park, Belmont (Arthur Avenue), Highbridge, Concourse Village, South Bronx (Mott Haven, Hunts Point, Melrose), Grand Concourse, Morris Heights, Tremont, Soundview, Parkchester, Pelham Bay, Norwood

### Adjacent Areas
Washington Heights, Harlem, East Harlem, Inwood (Manhattan), Yonkers, Mount Vernon, New Rochelle, Riverdale

### High-Accident Corridors
Cross Bronx Expressway, Bruckner Expressway, Major Deegan Expressway, Fordham Road, Jerome Avenue, GWB Approach

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What is an Article 28 facility?**
A: Article 28 facilities are licensed and regulated by the NYS Department of Health. This designation requires stringent facility, staffing, and documentation standards that carry institutional credibility in personal injury litigation — unlike private physician offices.

**Q: Does MAIC accept No-Fault insurance?**
A: Yes. MAIC accepts all New York State No-Fault insurance carriers. The PI coordination team handles all authorization and billing. Zero out-of-pocket cost to the patient.

**Q: How quickly can a new patient be seen?**
A: Same-day and next-day intake. Attorney referrals receive priority scheduling with confirmation within 2 hours. Call (888) 991-5290.

**Q: Does MAIC provide court-ready medical records?**
A: Yes. All clinical documentation includes embedded causation narratives linking diagnosed conditions to the mechanism of injury. Litigation-ready records are delivered within 48 hours.

**Q: What diagnostic equipment does MAIC have on-site?**
A: On-site 1.5T and 3T MRI, NCV/EMG electrodiagnostic equipment, X-ray, and ultrasound. No outside referrals needed.

**Q: Does MAIC have Spanish-speaking staff?**
A: Yes. Clinical and administrative staff include fluent Spanish speakers who conduct evaluations, explain diagnoses, and coordinate care entirely in Spanish.

**Q: What conditions does MAIC treat after car accidents?**
A: Herniated discs, whiplash/cervical sprain, lower back injuries, knee injuries, concussions/TBI, radiculopathy, shoulder injuries, fractures, soft tissue injuries, ankle injuries, hip injuries, and rotator cuff tears.

**Q: How do attorneys refer patients to MAIC?**
A: Call (888) 991-5290 or visit https://maicbronx.com/refer. Contact attorney liaison Bella Guillen at bella@maicbronx.com. Priority same-day scheduling with 2-hour confirmation.

**Q: Where is MAIC located?**
A: 2522 Hughes Ave, Bronx, NY 10458 — near Fordham Road. B, D, 4 trains at Fordham Rd station. Bx12 crosstown bus. Free on-site parking.

**Q: What makes MAIC different from a private doctor's office?**
A: Article 28 licensing, 60,000 sq ft facility with all specialties under one roof, on-site MRI and electrodiagnostics, 48-hour record turnaround, embedded causation narratives, and deposition-ready physicians. No outside referrals needed.