Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alqaqaa, Pediatrician in New York, NY?
Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS. Dr. Alqaqaa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alqaqaa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alqaqaa’s office at (212) 263-5940.
Where did Dr. Alqaqaa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Alqaqaa board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 2006, American Board of Dermatology since 2012
What languages does Dr. Alqaqaa speak?
Dr. Alqaqaa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alqaqaa typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alqaqaa 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. Alqaqaa. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alqaqaa typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Alqaqaa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alqaqaa accept my insurance?
Dr. Alqaqaa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alqaqaa accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Alqaqaa in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medcost Preferred
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alqaqaa's office located?
Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa's Primary Practice
160 E 32nd St # Second
New York, NY 10016
(212) 263-5940
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS
Member
What is Dr. Alqaqaa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alqaqaa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184602807.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alqaqaa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alqaqaa
What is Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa's specialty?
Dr. Alqaqaa is a Pediatrician near New York, NY.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alqaqaa is affiliated with Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins, Atrium Health Navicent 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Yasir Alqaqaa accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alqaqaa's office at (212) 263-5940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yasir Alqaqaa?
Please contact Dr. Alqaqaa's office at (212) 263-5940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa have?
Dr. Yasir Alqaqaa is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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