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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Internist in Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Syed Ahmad, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hempstead, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmad graduated from Universidad Mundial Dominicana Escuela de Medicina and completed his residency at Woodhull Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (516) 505-9042.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Woodhull Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Brooklyn Hospital Center Program
Medical School: U Mundial Dominicana (Umd)- Esc De Med (World Univ) (Closed ) | Universidad Mundial Dominicana Escuela de Medicina
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As an Internist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Syed Ahmad may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 call our office at (516) 505-9042 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Ahmad in Hempstead, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An 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 1902982739.
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. Syed Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Internist near Hempstead, 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. Syed Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Mount Sinai South Nassau 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Syed Ahmad accepting new patients in Hempstead, NY?
Yes, Dr. Syed Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (516) 505-9042 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (516) 505-9042 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Syed Ahmad have?
Dr. Syed Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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