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Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah, MD

Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah, MD

Endocrinologist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharafatkhah, Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sharafatkhah graduated from Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharafatkhah is fluent in English, Hebrew, Persian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharafatkhah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharafatkhah’s office at (718) 339-3100.

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

    • Fellowship: Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    • Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Long Island Jewish Medical Center | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine | Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel | Sackler School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sharafatkhah speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Persian
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Sharafatkhah typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Sharafatkhah 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. Sharafatkhah. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Sharafatkhah typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharafatkhah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharafatkhah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharafatkhah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 339-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharafatkhah accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Promedica Health Systems

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharafatkhah's office located?

    Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah's Primary Practice

    1655 E 13th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

    (718) 339-3100

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    Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah's Practice 2

    3048 Brighton 1st St Ste 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

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

    Dr. Sharafatkhah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013953975.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharafatkhah?

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

    What is Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah's specialty?

    Dr. Sharafatkhah is an Endocrinologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharafatkhah is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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

    When to see an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharafatkhah's office at (718) 339-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matin Sharafatkhah?

    Please contact Dr. Sharafatkhah's office at (718) 339-3100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharafatkhah's office located?

    Dr. Sharafatkhah's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.