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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afshar, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Alex Afshar, MD is an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY. Dr. Afshar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar’s office at (205) 379-7020.
What languages does Dr. Afshar speak?
Dr. Afshar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon like Dr. Afshar typically treat?
As an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:
- Side of Tongue Cancer
- Oral Cancer
- Lateral Tongue Carcinoma
- Malignant Tumor on Side of Tongue
- Cancer on tongue border
ICD-10 Codes:
- C021: Malignant neoplasm of border of tongue
Does Dr. Afshar accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 379-7020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Afshar in Poughkeepsie, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Afshar's office located?
Dr. Alex Afshar's Primary Practice
45 Reade Pl Fl 3
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(205) 379-7020
What is Dr. Afshar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285029322.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshar
What is Dr. Alex Afshar's specialty?
Dr. Afshar is a Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon near Poughkeepsie, NY.
What does an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon do?
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of diseases, injuries, and defects affecting the head, neck, face, jaws, and the hard and soft tissues of the oral and maxillofacial region. They are skilled in administering anesthesia and providing care in an office setting. These surgeons address issues such as wisdom tooth extractions, misaligned jaws, tumors and cysts of the jaw and mouth, as well as performing dental implant surgery.
Is this Dr. Alex Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afshar is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center 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 Alex Afshar accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alex Afshar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Afshar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (205) 379-7020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Afshar?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (205) 379-7020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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