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Dr. Jahid Ahamed, MD

Brooklyn, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ahamed, Gastroenterologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Jahid Ahamed, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahamed completed his residency at Interfaith Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahamed is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahamed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahamed’s office at (718) 783-3690.

    Where did Dr. Ahamed go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Interfaith Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Interfaith Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Interfaith Med Center

    • Medical School: Sylhet Med Coll, Chittagong University, Sylhet, Bangladesh | Mag Osmani Medical College, Sylhet, Bangladesh

    Is Dr. Ahamed board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jahid Ahamed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ahamed speak?

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

    • Bengali

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ahamed treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Ahamed 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. Ahamed. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Stomach Ulcer
    • Peptic Ulcer
    • Sudden Stomach Ulcer
    • New Gastric Ulcer
    • Fresh Stomach Sore

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K253: Acute gastric ulcer without hemorrhage or perforation

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
    • Sigmoid colon adenoma
    • Sigmoid colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
    • Chronic blood loss anemia
    • Low iron anemia from bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)

    Does Dr. Ahamed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 783-3690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ahamed's office located?

    Dr. Jahid Ahamed's Primary Practice

    55 Greene Ave Ste 2F

    Brooklyn, NY 11238

    (718) 783-3690

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

    Dr. Ahamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407915564.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahamed?

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

    What is Dr. Jahid Ahamed's specialty?

    Dr. Ahamed is a Gastroenterologist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Ahamed to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jahid Ahamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ahamed is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist 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 Jahid Ahamed accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jahid Ahamed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jahid Ahamed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahamed's office at (718) 783-3690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jahid Ahamed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahamed's office at (718) 783-3690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jahid Ahamed have?

    Dr. Jahid Ahamed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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