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Dr. Lena Salih, MD

Pediatrician

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. Dr. Salih is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salih’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Salih typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    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

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Salih typically perform?

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

    Please contact Dr. Salih's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Ameraplan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of North Dakota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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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    What is Dr. Salih's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is 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 Farmington Hills 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Lena Salih?

    Please contact Dr. Salih's office at (718) 833-7466 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salih's office located?

    Dr. Salih's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.