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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Basir, Critical Care Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Riyad Basir, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Basir graduated from University of Baghdad College of Medicine. Dr. Basir is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Basir’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Basir’s office at (718) 579-4830.
Where did Dr. Basir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Baghdad College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Basir speak?
Dr. Basir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Basir typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Basir 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. Basir. 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Basir typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Riyad Basir may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Basir's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Basir accept my insurance?
Dr. Basir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 579-4830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Basir accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Basir in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Elderplan
H & R Block
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Basir's office located?
What is Dr. Basir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Basir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649342114.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Basir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Basir
What is Dr. Riyad Basir's specialty?
Dr. Basir is a Critical Care Internist near Bronx, NY.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Riyad Basir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Basir is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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
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Is Riyad Basir accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Riyad Basir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Riyad Basir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Basir's office at (718) 579-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Riyad Basir?
Please contact Dr. Basir's office at (718) 579-4830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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