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Dr. Line Malha, MD

Dr. Line Malha, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Malha, Nephrologist in New York, NY?

    Line Malha MD is an Assistant Attending Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and an Instructor in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Malha graduated from the American University of Beirut (Lebanon) with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 2005 and a Doctor of Medicine in 2009. She completed her Residency in Internal Medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. She completed a Fellowship in Nephrology at New York University Langone Medical Center and a Fellowship in Hypertension at Weill Cornell Medical College. Dr. Malha practices at the Weill Cornell Hypertension Center, which is one of the few hypertension practices in the United States dedicated to the investigation and treatment of all forms of hypertension. Her research is dedicated to the investigation of preeclampsia and other forms of kidney disease during pregnancy and in women planning to become pregnant. In 2016, Dr. Malha was awarded the Zuspan Award for the most outstanding clinical science work in the study of hypertension in pregnancy by the International Society for the Study of Hypertension in Pregnancy World Congress.

    What languages does Dr. Malha speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Malha typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Malha 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. Malha. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Does Dr. Malha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Malha accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Malha's office located?

    Hypertension Center

    424 East 70th Street

    New York, NY 10021

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

    Dr. Malha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124349949.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malha?

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

    What is Dr. Line Malha's specialty?

    Dr. Malha is a Nephrologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is this Dr. Line Malha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Malha is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. 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 Line Malha accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Line Malha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Line Malha offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Line Malha?

    Please contact Dr. Malha's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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