32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Afacan, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Yusuf Afacan, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Afacan graduated from Istanbul Universitesi and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Infectious Diseases; Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Afacan is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afacan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afacan’s office at (718) 388-5889.
Where did Dr. Afacan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Infectious Diseases; Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Englewood) Program
Medical School: Istanbul Universitesi
Is Dr. Afacan board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Afacan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afacan speak?
Dr. Afacan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Turkish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afacan typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Afacan 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. Afacan. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afacan typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Yusuf Afacan may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Afacan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afacan accept my insurance?
Dr. Afacan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 388-5889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afacan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Afacan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Afacan's office located?
What is Dr. Afacan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afacan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376625905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afacan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afacan
What is Dr. Yusuf Afacan's specialty?
Dr. Afacan is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Yusuf Afacan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Afacan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health + Hospitals Woodhull. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Yusuf Afacan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Yusuf Afacan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Yusuf Afacan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afacan's office at (718) 388-5889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Yusuf Afacan?
Please contact Dr. Afacan's office at (718) 388-5889 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Yusuf Afacan have?
Dr. Yusuf Afacan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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