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Dr. Asghar Anwar, MD

Poughkeepsie, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anwar, Internist in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Asghar Anwar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Anwar graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program. Dr. Anwar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anwar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anwar’s office at (845) 454-6174.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College

    Is Dr. Anwar board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Asghar Anwar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anwar speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Anwar typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Anwar 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. Anwar. 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 Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Anwar typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Asghar Anwar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Anwar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anwar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 454-6174 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anwar accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Dr. Anwar in Poughkeepsie, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Anwar's office located?

    Dr. Asghar Anwar's Primary Practice

    74 W Cedar St

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

    (845) 454-6174

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    Dr. Asghar Anwar's Practice 2

    45 Reade Pl

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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    Dr. Asghar Anwar's Practice 3

    29 Fox St Ste 200

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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

    Dr. Anwar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174537401.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anwar?

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

    What is Dr. Asghar Anwar's specialty?

    Dr. Anwar is a Internist near Poughkeepsie, 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. Asghar Anwar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anwar is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Vassar Brothers 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Asghar Anwar accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Asghar Anwar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Asghar Anwar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anwar's office at (845) 454-6174 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Asghar Anwar?

    Please contact Dr. Anwar's office at (845) 454-6174 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Asghar Anwar have?

    Dr. Asghar Anwar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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