St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Queens: admissions, doctors, rehabilitation, visiting and family information
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children is located at 29-01 216th Street, Bayside, Queens, NY 11360. It is the flagship inpatient facility of St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children and focuses on pediatric post-acute, rehabilitative and long-term care for children and young adults with medically complex conditions and special healthcare needs.
This is an important distinction for families searching for “St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital Queens”: St. Mary’s is not a general walk-in pediatric emergency department. Many patients come to St. Mary’s after an acute-care hospitalization when they still need intensive rehabilitation, respiratory support, complex nursing, feeding therapy, medical management or long-term pediatric care.
Bayside, NY 11360 · Queens
General system contact.
Board-certified pediatricians, NPs and physician assistants provide continuous medical coverage.
Parents and guardians have 24/7 access, subject to safety/infection-control restrictions.
Current inpatient rehabilitation admissions route.
Start here: which St. Mary’s service do you need?
St. Mary’s provides several very different programs on the Bayside campus. Use the route below instead of calling a random department.
Does St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital Queens have an emergency room?
This is one of the most important questions to answer correctly because the word “hospital” can make families assume St. Mary’s operates like a general acute-care children’s hospital.
St. Mary’s does provide 24-hour medical coverage inside the facility for admitted residents. Its Medical Services department is staffed around the clock by pediatricians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
That 24/7 medical coverage should not be confused with a 24/7 public emergency department. When an admitted child develops a condition that requires acute emergency-hospital care, St. Mary’s clinical team can arrange the appropriate response or transfer.
What is the St. Mary’s emergency room fee?
There is no St. Mary’s public ER fee to quote because the Bayside facility does not operate as a normal walk-in emergency department. Families should not search for an “ER copay” or emergency-room price at this facility.
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children phone numbers
These numbers cover the most common inpatient, outpatient, family and community-service needs associated with the Bayside campus.
| Department / need | Phone / contact | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Main hospital | 718-281-8800 | General information and hospital department routing. |
| General email | info@stmaryskids.org | Non-urgent general inquiries. |
| Inpatient Rehabilitation Admissions | 718-281-8773 | Referrals and admission screening for inpatient rehabilitation. |
| Center for Pediatric Feeding Disorders | 718-281-8541 | Feeding evaluation and program questions. |
| Feeding referral fax | 718-281-8505 | Current referral forms for swallowing/feeding evaluations. |
| Feeding referral email | feedingadmin@stmaryskids.org | Current feeding-program referral documentation. |
| Medical Day Healthcare | mdhc@stmaryskids.org | Medical Day Healthcare evaluation/application questions. |
| Medical Day Healthcare fax | 718-281-8920 | Program forms and evaluation documentation. |
| St. Mary’s Preschool | 718-281-8848 | Early education/preschool program. |
| Community Care Professionals | 718-281-8573 | Community care coordination and related services. |
| Home & Community Programs | 718-281-8600 | System home/community program information. |
| Home Care Central Intake | 800-270-2478 | New home-care referrals and intake. |
| Patient & Family Services | 718-281-8952 | Questions, concerns and grievance assistance. |
| Family/caregiver transportation van | 917-520-2179 | Free scheduled family transport from designated areas in Queens, Bronx and Brooklyn. |
| Medical Records | HIM@stmaryskids.org | Send completed health-information request/release forms. |
| Privacy Officer | 718-281-8587 | Privacy questions and current Notice of Privacy Practices. |
| Compliance Hotline | 888-343-2581 | 24/7 reporting of suspected fraud, waste, abuse, privacy or compliance concerns. |
How admission to St. Mary’s Hospital for Children works
Inpatient admission is not the same as booking a normal pediatric office appointment. St. Mary’s evaluates whether a child’s medical, nursing and rehabilitation needs match the services and skilled bed available.
Inpatient rehabilitation referral
What happens on admission day?
St. Mary’s current family guidance says the child and family are brought to the assigned unit and introduced to several team members.
Social Worker
Reviews facility information, expectations, authorizations and admission paperwork.
Medical clinician
A pediatrician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant reviews the medical history, performs a physical examination and discusses goals of care.
Nurse
Reviews routines, allergies, specialized equipment and other daily-care details.
What happens during the first 48 hours?
St. Mary’s states that Rehabilitation Services and Nutrition complete initial evaluations, while Therapeutic Activities staff introduce the child/family to recreation and activity resources.
Doctors at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children
St. Mary’s publicly lists its core Medical Services team. The hospital provides continuous medical coverage, but individual doctor-by-day working schedules are not published as a permanent public timetable.
| Doctor | Role / specialty | Clinical focus | Doctor timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carla P. Cangemi, MD, FAAP, FCCM |
Vice President & Chief Medical Officer; Medical Director of Inpatient and Home Care Programs |
Board-certified General Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; extensive pediatric hospital and critical-care experience. | St. Mary’s provides 24/7 medical coverage, but Dr. Cangemi’s individual daily clinical schedule is not publicly posted. |
| Hilary Berlin, MD | Attending Physiatrist | Cerebral palsy, neurodevelopmental conditions, neuromuscular disorders, CNS cancer, brain-injury rehabilitation and rehabilitation robotics including Lokomat, Erigo and Trexo. | No public recurring doctor-by-day clinic schedule is published. Confirm availability through Admissions or the main hospital. |
| Audrey Berman, MD | Attending Physician & Director of Admissions | Complex pediatric medicine and palliative/compassionate care. | No public weekly office timetable is posted. Admission involvement depends on referral and inpatient needs. |
| Moshe Yadoo, MD | Attending Physician | Complex pediatric medicine and palliative care; board-certified in Pediatrics with fellowship training in Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine. | No public fixed weekday schedule is published. Call 718-281-8800 for current clinical availability. |
Advanced practice Medical Services team
Betty Stewart, FNP
Nurse Practitioner and wound-care specialist.
Marianne Mazza, PA-C, MS
Physician Assistant; liaison to ENT and GI physicians and TPN specialist.
Jessica Jones, DNP, MS
Nurse Practitioner; pulmonary-consultant liaison and wound-care specialist.
Tami Lambert, CPNP
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Medical Services.
Eunltye Kim, CPNP
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and liaison to the orthopedic consultant.
How do I ask for a specific doctor?
For inpatient rehabilitation, start with 718-281-8773. For an admitted child, ask the unit nurse or care coordinator which physician is currently responsible for the child and when the next family meeting or physician discussion is planned.
Programs and services at St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital Queens
St. Mary’s is designed around children who may need several medical, rehabilitative, respiratory, developmental and family-support services at the same time.
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Intensive pediatric rehabilitation after serious illness, injury or acute hospitalization.
Neuro-Rehabilitation
Advanced rehabilitation for neurological injury and complex movement conditions.
Respiratory Therapy
Complex respiratory management including care for technology-dependent and ventilated children.
Physical Therapy
Mobility, balance, coordination, strength and functional movement training.
Occupational Therapy
Daily-living skills, independence, positioning and functional participation.
Speech & Language Therapy
Communication, speech and swallowing-focused rehabilitation.
Aquatic Therapy
Water-based therapy supporting mobility, strength, endurance, balance and coordination.
Locomotor Training
Advanced mobility training using specialized technology and supported standing/walking.
Pediatric Feeding Disorders
Specialized interdisciplinary evaluation and treatment of complex feeding and swallowing problems.
Compassionate / Palliative Care
Family-centered symptom support and quality-of-life care for children with serious conditions.
Complementary Care
Supportive therapies used alongside conventional medical and rehabilitation treatment.
Therapeutic Recreation
Play, recreation and developmental activities integrated into the hospital experience.
Nursing
Skilled pediatric nursing for children with complex and technology-dependent care needs.
Nutrition
Individualized nutrition assessment, feeding plans and caregiver education.
Behavioral Health
Psychological and emotional support within the interdisciplinary care model.
Special Education
Educational support intended to help children continue learning during long-term care.
Medical Day Healthcare
Day and weekend medical, therapeutic, social and rehabilitation services.
Home Care
Nursing, rehabilitation, social work and medical support for eligible children returning home.
Inpatient rehabilitation and neuro-rehabilitation
Rehabilitation is one of the core reasons children are transferred to St. Mary’s after acute hospitalization.
St. Mary’s reviews medical records and contacts families/referrers with more information about eligibility and program fit.
Rehabilitation resources include
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech and language therapy
- Swallowing/feeding rehabilitation
- Aquatic therapy
- Activities of Daily Living training
- Community-mobility simulation
- Advanced neuro-rehabilitation technology
- Robotic gait and mobility equipment
- Family/caregiver training before discharge
Spinal cord injury rehabilitation
St. Mary’s has a specialized spinal cord injury program for selected children and young adults with diagnoses such as spinal cord injury or Acute Flaccid Myelitis.
The current program states that its admissions review considers:
- Medical records
- Insurance information
- Current program capacity
- Waitlist status
- Medical stability
- Ability to participate safely in the rehabilitation protocol
Spinal Cord Injury program coordinator: 718-281-8987. St. Mary’s states that the program team aims to contact inquiry families within approximately five business days for phone screening.
Respiratory and ventilator care
St. Mary’s is known for caring for children who remain medically complex or technology-dependent after acute hospitalization.
Respiratory therapists work with the medical, nursing and rehabilitation teams to manage pediatric respiratory needs and to educate families about the child’s respiratory protocols.
St. Mary’s has expanded pediatric respiratory capacity with specialized ventilator-equipped inpatient beds and continues to develop its Center for Pediatric Respiratory Care.
Respiratory-care goals can include
- Safe management of complex airways
- Ventilator support
- Airway-clearance programs
- Respiratory monitoring
- Family education and caregiver training
- Preparation for home respiratory care where medically appropriate
- Coordination with pulmonary consultants
Center for Pediatric Feeding Disorders
The Cindy & Tod Johnson Center for Pediatric Feeding Disorders operates on the Bayside campus and evaluates children with significant feeding and swallowing difficulties.
Call for current evaluation and referral information.
Used for current swallowing/feeding referral forms.
Current referral-document route.
What may be included in a feeding referral?
- Child’s diagnosis and medical history
- Previous hospitalizations or surgery
- Previous feeding/swallowing evaluations
- ENT or gastroenterology evaluations
- Referring physician information
- Signed physician order
- Insurance information
Current referral materials include options for a clinical swallowing examination and videofluoroscopic swallowing examination / modified barium swallow study when clinically ordered.
Feeding program fees
St. Mary’s does not publish one flat feeding-program fee online. Its program forms state that families can be responsible for applicable copayments, coinsurance, deductibles and non-covered services. Insurance authorization may be required before a program admission.
Medical Day Healthcare Program hours and services
St. Mary’s Medical Day Healthcare Program serves medically complex children, adolescents and young adults on the Bayside campus.
School-age program
Weekend program: 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Young adult program
Weekend program: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
What participants can receive
- Onsite registered-nurse support
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech therapy
- Social work
- Recreation
- Homework/academic support
- Life-skills training
- Indoor and outdoor activities
- Meals
- Community reintegration activities
- Round-trip transportation for program participants
How to request an evaluation
Completed current program forms can be emailed to mdhc@stmaryskids.org or faxed to 718-281-8920.
St. Mary’s doctor fees, inpatient costs and insurance
St. Mary’s does not publish a simple cash-price menu for inpatient pediatric post-acute care, and a single “hospital visit fee” would be misleading for this type of facility.
How much does inpatient care cost?
Inpatient post-acute and long-term care depends on the child’s clinical needs, level of nursing/respiratory support, rehabilitation services, payer authorization and length of stay. St. Mary’s does not currently publish a universal per-day cash rate for every pediatric inpatient.
How much does a St. Mary’s doctor cost?
St. Mary’s does not publish a public fee schedule assigning one consultation price to Dr. Carla Cangemi, Dr. Hilary Berlin, Dr. Audrey Berman or Dr. Moshe Yadoo.
These physicians primarily work as part of the hospital’s inpatient medical-care model, rather than as a normal public walk-in pediatric office where each patient pays a standardized consultation fee at the door.
How insurance is handled
St. Mary’s admissions and program forms request primary and secondary insurance information. Programs may review:
- Medical necessity
- Payer authorization
- Available insurance benefits
- Referrals
- Program capacity
- Copayment, deductible and coinsurance responsibility
- Non-covered services
Medicaid and public programs
St. Mary’s serves many medically complex children whose care is connected with Medicaid or other public-benefit programs. Eligibility is individual; families should not assume that having Medicaid automatically guarantees admission to every St. Mary’s program.
Resident rights related to fees
St. Mary’s resident-rights guidance states that residents have the right to be informed in writing about services and fees.
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children visiting hours
St. Mary’s currently gives parents/guardians much broader access than ordinary visitors because family involvement is part of the child’s care model.
Parents and guardians are welcomed 24/7 and receive a photo ID badge during admission.
Current general visitation period for friends and extended family.
Visitor check-in
General visitors must sign in at the Norman M. Feinberg Welcome Center and present valid photo identification.
Visitor-age rules
- Visitors age 18 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
- Visitors must be healthy and free from symptoms such as fever, cough/cold or stomach-virus symptoms.
- During infection-control isolation, children under age 12 may be restricted from the unit.
- Reasonable restrictions can be applied to protect the resident and other children.
After-hours hospital entrance
The hospital entrance is locked outside general visitation hours. Parents/guardians with authorized access can use the intercom so hospital security can validate their badge and provide access.
Can a parent stay overnight at St. Mary’s?
Yes. St. Mary’s states that there is room for one parent to stay overnight at the child’s bedside.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate actively in their child’s hospital experience, including care planning, education and preparation for discharge.
Family services, interpreters, transportation and support
Because many children remain at St. Mary’s for extended periods, the hospital provides services specifically for parents, siblings and caregivers.
24/7 Language Services
Professional spoken-language and sign-language interpretation is available around the clock. Ask the child’s nurse or social worker.
Hospitality Room
A 24-hour hospitality room is available for Orthodox/observant Jewish patients and families, including kosher food-storage/preparation facilities.
Meditation Room
Private space for prayer, reflection and quiet contemplation.
Family Resource Room
Located in the main lobby with healthcare, parenting, internet and reading resources.
Spiritual Support
Support is available to families of different religious backgrounds as well as families without a religious affiliation.
Sibling Group
Monthly social-work-facilitated support group for siblings ages 5–17.
Free family/caregiver van
St. Mary’s currently offers a free family/caregiver van service for pickup and drop-off at designated locations in Queens, the Bronx and Brooklyn.
- Service operates Monday–Friday.
- Schedule varies according to need.
- Reservations are required 48 hours in advance.
- Reservation phone: 917-520-2179.
Discharge and going home
Clinical care coordinators work with families before discharge to identify professional care needs at home, equipment, medications, nursing, rehabilitation and caregiver training.
St. Mary’s can also connect eligible families with its home-care and community programs, helping create continuity between inpatient care and home.
How to request St. Mary’s medical records
St. Mary’s currently provides separate health-information forms for hospital and home-care records.
What can an entire record include?
St. Mary’s current inpatient authorization form states that an entire medical record can include items such as:
- Resident histories
- Clinical notes
- Test results
- Radiology studies/films
- Referrals
- Consultations
- Billing records
- Insurance records
- Records received from other healthcare providers
Parking, public transportation and getting to St. Mary’s Queens
The Bayside facility is on a large campus near Little Neck Bay in northeast Queens.
Driving address
29-01 216th Street
Bayside, NY 11360
Hospital parking
The Bayside campus has a hospital parking area, but St. Mary’s does not currently publish a visitor parking-fee or validation schedule online.
Is parking free?
We did not find a current official page publishing a visitor parking price. This guide therefore does not label parking as free or invent a daily rate. Call 718-281-8800 before arrival if accessible parking, a special drop-off area or current parking rules are important for your visit.
Q13 bus
The MTA’s current Q13 service runs along Bell Boulevard and serves Bell Boulevard / 29th Avenue, close to the hospital campus.
St. Mary’s family travel guidance has historically directed visitors from Flushing/Main Street or Bayside toward the Bell Boulevard / 29th Avenue area and then east toward the hospital entrance at 216th Street.
Long Island Rail Road
Families using the LIRR can travel to Bayside station on the Port Washington Branch and connect toward the hospital using local transportation. Check current MTA/LIRR schedules on the day of travel because Queens bus routes and service patterns can change.
Family van alternative
If transportation is a barrier to visiting an admitted child, call 917-520-2179 at least 48 hours in advance to ask about St. Mary’s free weekday family/caregiver van service.
St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Queens map
This map points to the main Bayside hospital campus.
29-01 216th Street
Bayside, Queens, NY 11360
Main phone: 718-281-8800
What families should bring for admission
Medical information
- Hospital discharge/transfer information
- Current medication list
- Allergies
- Recent imaging and laboratory information if requested
- Feeding/respiratory protocols
- Equipment information
- Special positioning or mobility instructions
Administrative information
- Parent/guardian photo identification
- Insurance cards
- Required authorizations/referrals
- Guardianship documents when applicable
- Emergency contacts
- Referring physician and hospital information
Your child’s multidisciplinary care team
The exact combination of professionals depends on the child’s diagnosis and goals.
Pediatricians
Coordinate medical management.
Physiatrists
Lead rehabilitation-focused medical management when appropriate.
Nurses & CNAs
Provide medication, treatment and hands-on daily care.
Nurse Practitioners / PAs
Support continuous medical coverage and specialty coordination.
Physical Therapists
Mobility, movement, balance and strength.
Occupational Therapists
Daily living and functional independence.
Speech-Language Pathologists
Speech, communication and swallowing/feeding care.
Respiratory Therapists
Breathing support and respiratory protocols.
Dietitians
Nutrition evaluation and individualized diet planning.
Psychologists
Coping, behavior and emotional adjustment.
Social Workers
Family support, resources and social-service navigation.
Clinical Care Coordinators
Equipment, medications, nursing and discharge planning.
Therapeutic Activities Staff
Play, recreation, development and normalization of hospital life.
Specialty Consultants
ENT, GI, pulmonary, orthopedic and other expertise as clinically needed.
Spiritual Care
Religious and nonreligious family support.
Concerns, complaints and resident rights
Families are encouraged to raise concerns during the hospital stay rather than waiting until discharge.
The current St. Mary’s grievance process states that a concern can be expressed verbally, in writing or anonymously. Staff first try to resolve the issue immediately; unresolved concerns are escalated through the formal grievance process.
St. Mary’s states that its grievance official provides a written summary of the outcome within 21 days.
Phone: 718-281-8952
Key resident rights include
- Dignity and respect
- Quality care without discrimination
- Privacy
- Information about services and fees
- Participation in care decisions
- Choice of visitors subject to reasonable safety restrictions
- A responsive complaint process
- Freedom from abuse and inappropriate restraints
St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital Queens FAQs
Practical answers for parents, caregivers and families researching St. Mary’s Hospital for Children in Bayside.
1. Where is St. Mary’s Children’s Hospital in Queens?
2. Does St. Mary’s Hospital for Children have an emergency room?
3. Is St. Mary’s Hospital for Children open 24 hours?
4. How do I get my child admitted to St. Mary’s for rehabilitation?
5. Which doctors work at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children?
6. What are the visiting hours at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children Queens?
7. Can a parent stay overnight with a child at St. Mary’s?
8. How much does St. Mary’s Hospital for Children cost?
9. How do I request medical records from St. Mary’s?
10. How do I get to St. Mary’s Hospital for Children without a car?
Primary official sources checked
This guide summarizes the useful details directly so families do not have to open multiple pages just to learn the basics. Official links below are retained for current forms, referrals and policies.
- St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children — Contact & Locations
- St. Mary’s — About the Bayside pediatric post-acute system
- St. Mary’s Medical Services physician and advanced-practice team
- What to expect during admission
- Current visitor guidelines
- Family services, interpreters and transportation
- St. Mary’s programs and services
- Inpatient rehabilitation program
- Pediatric respiratory care
- Medical Day Healthcare Program
- Medical-record request forms
- Resident/family grievance process
- New York State Health Profile — St. Mary’s Hospital for Children