Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prasad, Infectious Disease Specialist in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Nishant Prasad is a board certified Internal Medicine specializing Infectious Disease practicing at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens. He received his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine, completed his residency in Internal Medicine and fellowship in Infectious Disease at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens. Dr. Prasad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is certified in Infectious Disease.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Prasad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prasad speak?
Dr. Prasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prasad typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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:
- Kidney Infection
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- Bladder Disease
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Does Dr. Prasad accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Prasad in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Elderplan
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prasad's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Queens - Multispecialty
56-45 Main Street
Wa100
Flushing, NY 11355
What is Dr. Prasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811130404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasad
What is Dr. Nishant Prasad's specialty?
Dr. Prasad is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Flushing, NY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Nishant Prasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prasad is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nishant Prasad accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nishant Prasad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nishant Prasad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nishant Prasad?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Infectious Disease Specialist Near Flushing, NY
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56-45 Main Street
Flushing, NY 11355