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Dr. Forough Hakimzada, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hakimzada, Hospitalist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Forough Hakimzada, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Hakimzada graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program. Dr. Hakimzada is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hakimzada’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hakimzada’s office at (718) 780-5246.

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

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hakimzada speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hakimzada typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hakimzada 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. Hakimzada. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hakimzada typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Forough Hakimzada may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hakimzada accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hakimzada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 780-5246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hakimzada's office located?

    Dr. Forough Hakimzada's Primary Practice

    506 6th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

    (718) 780-5246

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

    Dr. Hakimzada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699061804.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hakimzada?

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

    What is Dr. Forough Hakimzada's specialty?

    Dr. Hakimzada is a Hospitalist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Forough Hakimzada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hakimzada is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Forough Hakimzada accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Forough Hakimzada is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Forough Hakimzada offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hakimzada's office at (718) 780-5246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Forough Hakimzada?

    Please contact Dr. Hakimzada's office at (718) 780-5246 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hakimzada's office located?

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