Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Sherif, Neurologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Yasir El-Sherif, MD, PHD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. El-Sherif graduated from St Georges Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. El-Sherif is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Sherif’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Sherif’s office at (718) 683-3766.
Where did Dr. El-Sherif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Brooklyn
Residency: Staten Island University Hospital | State University of NY Health Science Ctr/Brooklyn
Medical School: St Georges Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. El-Sherif board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Yasir El-Sherif, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. El-Sherif speak?
Dr. El-Sherif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Sherif treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. El-Sherif diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. El-Sherif. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Which procedures does Dr. El-Sherif perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Yasir El-Sherif may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Sherif's office.
Does Dr. El-Sherif accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Sherif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 683-3766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Sherif accept in New York, NY?
Dr. El-Sherif in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. El-Sherif's office located?
What is Dr. El-Sherif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Sherif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346402914.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Sherif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Sherif
What is Dr. Yasir El-Sherif's specialty?
Dr. El-Sherif is a Neurologist near New York, NY.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. El-Sherif to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Yasir El-Sherif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Sherif is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Yasir El-Sherif accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yasir El-Sherif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yasir El-Sherif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Sherif's office at (718) 683-3766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yasir El-Sherif?
Please contact Dr. El-Sherif's office at (718) 683-3766 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yasir El-Sherif have?
Dr. Yasir El-Sherif is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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