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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Internist in Westwood, NJ?
Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Westwood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Bengali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (718) 932-1000.
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Severe Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed 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. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 932-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Westwood, NJ?
Dr. Ahmed in Westwood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed also offers virtual visits
Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed's Primary Practice
223 Old Hook Rd Ste 2
Westwood, NJ 07675
(718) 932-1000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed?
Dr. Ahmed has appointments available at her Westwood, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114238763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Internist near Westwood, NJ.
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. Kulsuma Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens, Englewood Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Holy Name Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Kulsuma Ahmed accepting new patients in Westwood, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ahmed, or call (718) 932-1000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kulsuma Ahmed?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Ahmed, or call (718) 932-1000 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed have?
Dr. Kulsuma Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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