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Dr. Avinash Ram, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ram, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Avinash Ram, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Ram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ram’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ram’s office at (254) 776-0024.

    What languages does Dr. Ram speak?

    Dr. Ram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ram typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ram 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. Ram. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ram typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Ram may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 776-0024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ram accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Ram in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ram's office located?

    Dr. Avinash Ram's Primary Practice

    121 DeKalb Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

    (254) 776-0024

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    What is Dr. Ram's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225599491.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ram?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ram

    What is Dr. Avinash Ram's specialty?

    Dr. Ram is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Avinash Ram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ram is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Unity Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), Rochester General Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Avinash Ram accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Avinash Ram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Avinash Ram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (254) 776-0024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Avinash Ram?

    Please contact Dr. Ram's office at (254) 776-0024 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ram's office located?

    Dr. Ram's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.