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Dr. Melvyn Braiman, MD

Pediatrician

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Braiman, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Melvyn Braiman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Braiman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braiman’s office at (718) 270-1911.

    Is Dr. Braiman board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melvyn Braiman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Braiman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Braiman typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Braiman 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. Braiman. 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:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
    • Mild Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Mild Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
    • D5709: Hb-SS disease with crisis with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Braiman typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melvyn Braiman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Braiman accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Braiman's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Braiman's office located?

    Box 49 Suny Downstate Mdcl Ctr

    450 Clarkson Ave # 49

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

    (718) 270-1911

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

    Dr. Braiman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790016657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braiman?

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

    What is Dr. Melvyn Braiman's specialty?

    Dr. Braiman is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Melvyn Braiman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Braiman is affiliated with Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Melvyn Braiman accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Melvyn Braiman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melvyn Braiman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Braiman's office at (718) 270-1911 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melvyn Braiman?

    Please contact Dr. Braiman's office at (718) 270-1911 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Braiman's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melvyn Braiman have?

    Dr. Melvyn Braiman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.