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Dr. Lena Salih, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salih, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Lena Salih, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Salih is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salih’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salih’s office at (718) 833-7466.

    What languages does Dr. Salih speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Salih treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Salih 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. Salih. 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.

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Lung Infection (Bacterial)
    • Community-acquired Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Which procedures does Dr. Salih perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Lena Salih may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salih's office.

    Does Dr. Salih accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salih accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 833-7466 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salih accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • Children's Special Health Services (ND)

    • Citizens Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • Molina

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Salih's office located?

    Dr. Lena Salih's Primary Practice

    6805 5th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (718) 833-7466

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    Dr. Lena Salih's Practice 2

    5801 Bremo Rd

    Richmond, VA 23226

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    Dr. Lena Salih's Practice 3

    3901 Beaubien St Fl 3

    Detroit, MI 48201

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

    Dr. Salih's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639416100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salih?

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

    What is Dr. Lena Salih's specialty?

    Dr. Salih is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Salih to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lena Salih affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salih is affiliated with Dmc Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Lena Salih accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lena Salih is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lena Salih offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salih's office at (718) 833-7466 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lena Salih?

    Please contact Dr. Salih's office at (718) 833-7466 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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