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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalaji, Critical Care Internist in Amityville, NY?
Dr. Wael Kalaji, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Amityville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kalaji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalaji’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalaji’s office at (212) 434-2777.
What languages does Dr. Kalaji speak?
Dr. Kalaji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kalaji typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kalaji 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. Kalaji. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kalaji typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kalaji 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. Kalaji. 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:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Does Dr. Kalaji accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalaji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-2777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalaji accept in Amityville, NY?
Dr. Kalaji in Amityville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kalaji's office located?
Dr. Wael Kalaji's Primary Practice
317 Broadway Ste A
Amityville, NY 11701
(212) 434-2777
What is Dr. Kalaji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871099341.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalaji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalaji
What is Dr. Wael Kalaji's specialty?
Dr. Kalaji is a Critical Care Internist near Amityville, NY.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Wael Kalaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalaji is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Westchester Medical Center, Wynn 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 Wael Kalaji accepting new patients in Amityville, NY?
Yes, Dr. Wael Kalaji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wael Kalaji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalaji's office at (212) 434-2777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wael Kalaji?
Please contact Dr. Kalaji's office at (212) 434-2777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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