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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkassir, Pediatrician in Fort Lee, NJ?
Dr. Amina Elkassir, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fort Lee, NJ. Dr. Elkassir completed her residency at Bronx Lebanon Hospital. Dr. Elkassir is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elkassir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkassir’s office at (201) 224-4300.
Where did Dr. Elkassir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Lebanon Hospital
What languages does Dr. Elkassir speak?
Dr. Elkassir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Elkassir typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Elkassir 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. Elkassir. 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.
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Chronic sinus infection
- Long-term sinus problems
- Persistent sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Elkassir typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Amina Elkassir 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. Elkassir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elkassir accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkassir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 224-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkassir accept in Fort Lee, NJ?
Dr. Elkassir in Fort Lee, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Other Health Care Provider
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elkassir's office located?
What is Dr. Elkassir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkassir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518909290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkassir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkassir
What is Dr. Amina Elkassir's specialty?
Dr. Elkassir is a Pediatrician near Fort Lee, NJ.
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. Amina Elkassir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkassir is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, Hackensack University 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amina Elkassir accepting new patients in Fort Lee, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Amina Elkassir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amina Elkassir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkassir's office at (201) 224-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amina Elkassir?
Please contact Dr. Elkassir's office at (201) 224-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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