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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zaheer Ahmed, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (718) 456-9679.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Pediatrics | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn/Long Island College Hospital Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Zaheer Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Zaheer Ahmed may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
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) 456-9679 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ahmed in Brooklyn, 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
Cigna Group
EmblemHealth
Mass General Brigham
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Zaheer Ahmed's Primary Practice
161 Saint Nicholas Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11237
(718) 456-9679
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 1609189653.
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. Zaheer Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
Is this Dr. Zaheer Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahmed is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zaheer Ahmed accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Zaheer Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zaheer Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 456-9679 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zaheer Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 456-9679 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Zaheer Ahmed have?
Dr. Zaheer Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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