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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bekal, Internist in Plainview, NY?
Dr. Karthik Bekal, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plainview, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bekal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bekal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekal’s office at (516) 719-3000.
What languages does Dr. Bekal speak?
Dr. Bekal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bekal treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bekal 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. Bekal. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Bekal perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karthik Bekal may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bekal's office.
Does Dr. Bekal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bekal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 719-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bekal accept in Plainview, NY?
Dr. Bekal in Plainview, 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
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bekal's office located?
Dr. Karthik Bekal's Primary Practice
888 Old Country Rd
Plainview, NY 11803
(516) 719-3000
What is Dr. Bekal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bekal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558593442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekal
What is Dr. Karthik Bekal's specialty?
Dr. Bekal is a Internist near Plainview, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Bekal to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Karthik Bekal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bekal is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Karthik Bekal accepting new patients in Plainview, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Bekal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Bekal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bekal's office at (516) 719-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Bekal?
Please contact Dr. Bekal's office at (516) 719-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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