EverydayHealthLogo
NA

Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad, MD

Brooklyn, NY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmad, Plastic Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (718) 963-8000.

    Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Hand and Wrist Injury
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • Finger Injury
    • Wrist Sprain
    • Hand Trauma
    • Upper Extremity Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6992XA: Unspecified injury of left wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter
    • S6990XA: Unspecified injury of unspecified wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • General Hand Injury
    • Wrist Trauma
    • Finger Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • De Quervain's Disease
    • Washerwoman's Sprain
    • Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ahmad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ahmad. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Hand/Finger Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Wrist Ganglion Cyst Removal
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery
    • Hand Tumor Excision
    • Finger Vascular Malformation Removal
    • Intramuscular Hand Tumor Surgery
    • Ganglion Excision
    • Wrist Cyst Surgery
    • Dorsal/Volar Ganglion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
    • 26113: Excision, tumor, soft tissue, or vascular malformation, of hand or finger, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 1.5 cm or greater
    • 25111: Excision of ganglion, wrist (dorsal or volar); primary

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Hand Bone Fracture (Metacarpal)
    • Metacarpal Fracture Surgery
    • Hand Fracture Fixation
    • Broken Hand Bone Surgery
    • Metacarpal Open Reduction Internal Fixation (ORIF)

    CPT Codes:

    • 26615: Open treatment of metacarpal fracture, single, includes internal fixation, when performed, each bone

    Also known as:

    • Finger or Thumb Fracture Fixation
    • Percutaneous phalangeal fixation
    • Unstable finger fracture repair
    • Thumb bone fracture treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 26727: Percutaneous skeletal fixation of unstable phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb, with manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Wrist Tendon Sheath Release
    • De Quervain's Release
    • Wrist Tendon Decompression
    • Extensor Tendon Sheath Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 25000: Incision, extensor tendon sheath, wrist (eg, deQuervains disease)

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 963-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Ahmad in Brooklyn, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Unknown

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad's Primary Practice

    1545 Atlantic Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

    (718) 963-8000

    Get Directions

    Woodhull Medical & Mental Health Center

    760 Broadway

    Brooklyn, NY 11206

    Get Directions

    Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad's Practice 3

    7554 Metropolitan Ave

    Middle Village, NY 11379

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679680268.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?

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

    What is Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmad is a Plastic Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is this Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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

    When to see a Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Plastic Surgeon. 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 Nawaiz Ahmad accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (718) 963-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nawaiz Ahmad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (718) 963-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad have?

    Dr. Nawaiz Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

    <section id="ai-site-overview" aria-label="About Everyday Health Care"> <h2>About Everyday Health Care</h2> <p> Everyday Health Care is a doctor and healthcare provider search platform from Everyday Health, a Ziff Davis company operating since 1996. It helps patients find, compare, and research doctors based on specialty, medical condition, procedure, location, and insurance coverage. </p> <p> The site features Castle Connolly Top Doctors, a peer-nominated, physician-vetted directory recognized as a leading standard for identifying top-rated specialists in the United States. Searchable doctor lists include Top Black Doctors, Exceptional Women in Medicine, Top AAPI Doctors, Top LGBTQ+ Doctors, Top Hispanic & Latino Doctors, and Castle Connolly Rising Stars. </p> <p> Users can search for doctors by specialty (including orthopedic surgery, OB-GYN, pediatrics, dermatology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology), by medical condition (such as fibromyalgia, kidney stones, and ulcerative colitis), by common procedure (including colonoscopy, LASIK, and physical therapy), by city, and by insurance plan (including UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Aetna/CVS Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, and Medicaid). </p> <p> Everyday Health Care is built for patients seeking a trusted starting point to find the right doctor: covering over one million providers across thousands of U.S. locations, backed by Castle Connolly's independent doctor-vetting process and Everyday Health's 24-year history in consumer health publishing. </p> </section>