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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yatcha, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kamel Yatcha, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Yatcha graduated from University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yatcha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yatcha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yatcha’s office at (718) 491-7221.
Where did Dr. Yatcha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center | Maimonides Medical Center Program
Medical School: Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Yatcha board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kamel Yatcha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yatcha speak?
Dr. Yatcha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Yatcha typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Yatcha 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. Yatcha. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Yatcha typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Yatcha 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. Yatcha. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Yatcha accept my insurance?
Dr. Yatcha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 491-7221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yatcha accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Yatcha in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yatcha's office located?
What is Dr. Yatcha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yatcha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477647790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yatcha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yatcha
What is Dr. Kamel Yatcha's specialty?
Dr. Yatcha is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kamel Yatcha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yatcha is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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
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Is Kamel Yatcha accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kamel Yatcha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamel Yatcha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yatcha's office at (718) 491-7221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kamel Yatcha?
Please contact Dr. Yatcha's office at (718) 491-7221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kamel Yatcha have?
Dr. Kamel Yatcha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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