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Dr. Nehal Galal, DO

Dr. Nehal Galal, DO

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Galal, Internist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Nehal Galal is board certified in Internal Medicine. She received her medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed residency in Internal Medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. She is a native New Yorker and has a strong passion for primary care. In her practice, she invests in establishing a long-term rapport with her patients that is built on trust. She received an award in 2019 for excellence in physician communication after ranking in the top one percent nationally in provider communication. She promotes primary prevention efforts to prevent diseases and improve long-term quality of life. She enjoys being a patient advocate and collaborating with specialists to guide treatment plans. She is fluent in Arabic and respects cultural differences in views towards illness and treatment. She implements a comprehensive and holistic approach and ensures that her patients are involved in healthcare decisions.

    What languages does Dr. Galal speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Galal typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Galal 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. Galal. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Galal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Galal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Galal accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Galal's office located?

    Columbia Primary Care - Midtown

    Columbia Primary Care - Midtown

    51 West 51st Street

    Suite 340

    New York, NY 10019

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

    Dr. Galal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285900332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galal?

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

    What is Dr. Nehal Galal's specialty?

    Dr. Galal is a Internist near New York, 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. Nehal Galal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Galal 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Nehal Galal accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nehal Galal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nehal Galal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Galal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nehal Galal?

    Please contact Dr. Galal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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