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THE ASSOCIATION OF INDEPENDENT PHYSICIAN

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 133945638 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · idny.org
revenue
$79K
expenses
$52K
net assets
$184K
employees
mission · from form 990

PROVIDE THE PUBLIC WITH INFORMATION ON ALTERNATIVES TO MANAGED CARE.

profile · synthesized from sources

Independent Doctors of New York (IDNY) is a membership association of independent, board-certified physicians in New York City who operate outside insurance networks. The group emphasizes patient-physician autonomy, prioritizing unhurried consultations, comprehensive care, and treatment decisions free from insurance restrictions. Member physicians represent specialties including obstetrics/gynecology, endocrinology, surgery, neurology, and reproductive medicine.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Physician Membership Network
A collaborative of independent physicians in New York City who share a commitment to patient-centered care outside insurance-based systems
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Reproductive Health Advocacy & Education 1 activity
    • Advocating for preventive gynecological care
      Authored public communications promoting routine cervical exams as a means to reduce the risk of preterm birth, contributing to clinical advocacy in women's health.
  • Biomedical Research and Innovation 1 activity
    • Conducting and disseminating clinical research
      Produces peer-reviewed research, publishes in medical journals, and presents findings at national and international conferences across specialties including endocrinology, neurology, surgery, and virology.
  • Advanced Surgical and Cardiac Care 1 activity
    • Delivering direct medical care across specialties
      Provides a wide range of clinical services including endocrinology, neurology, psychiatry, surgery, prenatal care, dermatology, and wellness therapies through private practices and institutional collaborations.
  • Medical Professional Education & Training 1 activity
    • Physician mentorship and professional development
      Runs mentorship programs that support professional growth, networking, and learning for physicians, including academic leadership roles such as Clinical Professor of Surgery.
  • Community Health Center Services 1 activity
    • Supporting independent physician practice in New York City
      Associates board-certified physicians in New York City who operate independently of insurance contracts, enabling patient access to non-network medical care options.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Providing information on alternatives to managed care
      Offers public education and resources about healthcare options outside of traditional managed care systems, supporting informed decision-making for patients and providers.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$79K
Contributions & grants
Program service revenue
Investment income$3K3%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$52K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$184K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$184K
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +43.2%
relationships · 33

Who they work with

  • AACE Network — Professional society where Dr. Ryan presented research at its annual meeting
  • American Academy of Medical Acupuncture Network — Member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
  • American Academy of Neurology Network — Member organization for professional neurologists.
  • American College of Physicians Network — Member of the American College of Physicians.
  • American College of Surgeons Network — Fellow, former Councilor, member of the Board of Governors, and Vice Chairman of the Manhattan Council.
  • American Holistic Medical Association Network — Member of the American Holistic Medical Association.
  • Beth Israel North Medical Center Partner — Lectured to both the public and colleagues at Beth Israel North Medical Center.
  • Bonbare Partner — Co-founded Bonbare, a dermatologist-tested skincare product line.
  • Bronx VA Hospital Partner — Chief of Laparoscopy for over 25 years.
  • Castle Connolly Government — Organization that recognized Dr. Ryan as a Top Doctor and awarded her the Exceptional Woman in Medicine Award
  • Columbia University Partner — Alumni and professional affiliation through undergraduate and medical education
  • Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons Partner — Medical school attended by physician
  • Garnet Health system Partner — Provides stroke attending services through telestroke coverage.
  • ILADS Network — Member of ILADS, an organization focused on Lyme disease and associated disorders.
  • Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Partner — Medical school attended by Dr. Sarah Fishman.
  • Independent Doctors of New York Network — Co-founder and Immediate Past President of Independent Doctors of New York.
  • Independent Doctors of New York Network — Member organization listing Dr. Lori Sidman as a participating physician.
  • Laparoscopic Surgical Center of New York Partner — Founding partner.
  • Lenox Hill Hospital Network — Member of the clinical faculty.
  • Lenox Hill Hospital Partner — Endocrinology fellowship program attended by Dr. Sarah Fishman.
  • Lenox Hill Medical Center Partner — Maintains hospital privileges.
  • Maimonides Medical Center Partner — Served as director and faculty attending at the Multiple Sclerosis Center and in Vascular Neurology.
  • Medical Savings Accounts (MSAs) Government — Provides patients with information about Medical Savings Accounts as an alternative to managed care.
  • Mount Sinai School of Medicine Partner — Clinical Professor of Surgery and member of the medical board.
  • NYP-Weill Cornell Network — Member of the clinical faculty.
  • New York County Medical Society Network — Member of the New York County Medical Society.
  • New York Hospital-Cornell Medical Center Partner — Residency and fellowship training institution
  • North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Partner — Residency program in Internal Medicine completed by Dr. Sarah Fishman.
  • Physicians for Social Responsibility Network — Member of Physicians for Social Responsibility, a professional organization focused on public health and environmental advocacy.
  • Riddle Memorial Hospital Partner — Former employer where Dr. Ryan served as head of the Division of Endocrinology
+ 3 more
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Independent Practice Model
    methodology: independent-practice-model
    By operating independently of insurance contracts, we enable clinical decision-making free from financial or bureaucratic influence, because this prioritizes patient needs and medical judgment over managed care constraints.
  • Integrative Medicine Approach
    methodology: integrative-medicine
    By combining analysis of biological, environmental, and lifestyle factors with conventional medicine, we produce more comprehensive diagnoses and treatments, because chronic conditions are best understood through a whole-systems lens.
  • Patient-Centered Care Model
    methodology: patient-centered care
    By aligning medical decisions with individual patient goals and values, we produce more meaningful health outcomes, because care is tailored to personal priorities rather than physician-driven protocols.