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Dr. Christiana Farkouh, MD

Dr. Christiana Farkouh, MD

New York, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farkouh, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Christiana Farkouh, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Farkouh completed her residency at Mt Sinai School Of Med. Dr. Farkouh is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farkouh’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farkouh’s office at (212) 304-7250.

    Where did Dr. Farkouh go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai School Of Med

    Is Dr. Farkouh board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Christiana Farkouh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Farkouh speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Farkouh treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farkouh 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. Farkouh. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0736: Preterm newborn, gestational age 33 completed weeks
    • P0732: Preterm newborn, gestational age 29 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Difficulties
    • Eating Problems
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Unspecified Feeding Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Floppy Baby Syndrome
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Congenital Low Muscle Tone
    • Infant Hypotonia
    • Weak Muscle Tone in Babies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P942: Congenital hypotonia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Surfactant Deficiency
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Surfactant dysfunction
    • Surfactant Dysfunction
    • Genetic Lung Surfactant Disorder
    • Pulmonary Surfactant Mutation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8483: Surfactant mutations of the lung

    Also known as:

    • Flat Head Syndrome
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Plagiocephaly
    • Misshapen Head
    • Asymmetrical Head Shape

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q673: Plagiocephaly

    What procedures does Dr. Farkouh perform?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Farkouh 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. Farkouh. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Farkouh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farkouh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 304-7250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farkouh accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gorman-Rupp Co

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Farkouh's office located?

    Dr. Christiana Farkouh's Primary Practice

    3959 Broadway

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 304-7250

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    Dr. Christiana Farkouh's Practice 2

    223 N Van Dien Ave

    Ridgewood, NJ 07450

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

    Dr. Farkouh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700852555.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farkouh?

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

    What is Dr. Christiana Farkouh's specialty?

    Dr. Farkouh is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Farkouh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christiana Farkouh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farkouh is affiliated with The Valley 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

    Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist with 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 Christiana Farkouh accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Christiana Farkouh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christiana Farkouh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farkouh's office at (212) 304-7250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christiana Farkouh?

    Please contact Dr. Farkouh's office at (212) 304-7250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christiana Farkouh have?

    Dr. Christiana Farkouh is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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