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Dr. Ritha Alhindawi

Critical Care Surgeon

Rockville Centre, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alhindawi, Critical Care Surgeon in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Ritha Alhindawi is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rockville Centre, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alhindawi graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila. Dr. Alhindawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alhindawi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alhindawi’s office at (516) 632-3350.

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

    • Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Alhindawi board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ritha Alhindawi is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Alhindawi speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Alhindawi typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Alhindawi 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. Alhindawi. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Concussion
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Concussion
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • mTBI
    • Brain Contusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S060X1A: Concussion with loss of consciousness of 30 minutes or less, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Alhindawi typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Ritha Alhindawi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alhindawi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alhindawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 632-3350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alhindawi accept in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Dr. Alhindawi in Rockville Centre, NY 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)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alhindawi's office located?

    Dr. Ritha Alhindawi's Primary Practice

    242 Merrick Rd

    Rockville Centre, NY 11570

    (516) 632-3350

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    Dr. Ritha Alhindawi's Practice 2

    300 Community Dr

    Manhasset, NY 11030

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    Dr. Ritha Alhindawi's Practice 3

    21616 Union Tpke

    Flushing, NY 11364

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

    Dr. Alhindawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750460408.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alhindawi?

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

    What is Dr. Ritha Alhindawi's specialty?

    Dr. Alhindawi is a Critical Care Surgeon near Rockville Centre, NY.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Ritha Alhindawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alhindawi is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau 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 a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Ritha Alhindawi accepting new patients in Rockville Centre, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ritha Alhindawi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ritha Alhindawi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alhindawi's office at (516) 632-3350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ritha Alhindawi?

    Please contact Dr. Alhindawi's office at (516) 632-3350 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alhindawi's office located?

    Dr. Alhindawi's offices are located in Rockville Centre, NY, Manhasset, NY, and Flushing, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ritha Alhindawi have?

    Dr. Ritha Alhindawi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.