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Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad, MD

Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmad, Family Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ahmad?

    Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ahmad empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Ahmad is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Ahmad in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Promedica Health Systems

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad's Primary Practice

    150 55th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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

    Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366683757.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?

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

    What is Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmad is a Family Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, The Brooklyn Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?

    Dr. Ahmad's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad have?

    Dr. Tauqeer Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.