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Who is Dr. Afari, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Jacquelyn Afari, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afari completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Nephrology; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afari is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afari’s office.
Where did Dr. Afari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Nephrology; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | A Einstein College M Yeshiva University
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny
Is Dr. Afari board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jacquelyn Afari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afari speak?
Dr. Afari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Afari treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Afari 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. Afari. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
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:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Metabolic Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Rare Metabolic Disease Screening
- Uncommon Metabolic Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13228: Encounter for screening for other metabolic disorders
Also known as:
- Coronavirus Infection
- Coronavirus
- Common Cold Coronavirus
- Respiratory Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B342: Coronavirus infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Afari perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jacquelyn Afari 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. Afari's office.
Does Dr. Afari accept my insurance?
Dr. Afari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afari accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Afari in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Afari's office located?
What is Dr. Afari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376581298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afari
What is Dr. Jacquelyn Afari's specialty?
Dr. Afari is a Internist near Bronx, 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. Afari to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jacquelyn Afari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Afari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Burke Rehabilitation Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jacquelyn Afari accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jacquelyn Afari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jacquelyn Afari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jacquelyn Afari?
Please contact Dr. Afari's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jacquelyn Afari have?
Dr. Jacquelyn Afari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2742 3rd Ave Fl 1
Bronx, NY 10455