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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chowdhury, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Asm Chowdhury, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Chowdhury graduated from Chittagong Medical College and Hospital and completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Chowdhury is fluent in English, Bengali, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhury’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhury’s office at (718) 277-2700.
Where did Dr. Chowdhury go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Chittagong Medical College | Chittagong Medical College and Hospital
What languages does Dr. Chowdhury speak?
Dr. Chowdhury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Chowdhury typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Chowdhury typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Asm Chowdhury 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. Chowdhury's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chowdhury accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowdhury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 277-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhury accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Chowdhury 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
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chowdhury's office located?
What is Dr. Chowdhury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowdhury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356418511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowdhury
What is Dr. Asm Chowdhury's specialty?
Dr. Chowdhury is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Asm Chowdhury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowdhury is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Asm Chowdhury accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Asm Chowdhury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asm Chowdhury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at (718) 277-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asm Chowdhury?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhury's office at (718) 277-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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