31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Effendi, Internist in Watervliet, NY?
Dr. Tahir Effendi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Watervliet, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Effendi graduated from Jinnah Sindh Medical University and completed his residency at Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Effendi is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Effendi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Effendi’s office at (518) 272-0028.
Where did Dr. Effendi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Monmouth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Monmouth Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sind Med Coll, Univ Of Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan | Jinnah Sindh Medical University
Is Dr. Effendi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tahir Effendi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Effendi speak?
Dr. Effendi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Effendi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Effendi 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. Effendi. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Effendi typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Effendi 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. Effendi. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Effendi accept my insurance?
Dr. Effendi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 272-0028 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Effendi accept in Watervliet, NY?
Dr. Effendi in Watervliet, 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Effendi's office located?
What is Dr. Effendi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Effendi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285739789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Effendi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Effendi
What is Dr. Tahir Effendi's specialty?
Dr. Effendi is a Internist near Watervliet, NY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Tahir Effendi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Effendi is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Glens Falls Hospital 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
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Is Tahir Effendi accepting new patients in Watervliet, NY?
Yes, Dr. Tahir Effendi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tahir Effendi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Effendi's office at (518) 272-0028 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tahir Effendi?
Please contact Dr. Effendi's office at (518) 272-0028 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tahir Effendi have?
Dr. Tahir Effendi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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