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Dr. Iqbal Tak, MD

Dr. Iqbal Tak, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Flushing, NY

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tak, Infectious Disease Specialist in Flushing, NY?

    Dr. Iqbal Tak, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Tak graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Harlem Hospital Center, Pediatrics. Dr. Tak is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tak’s office.

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

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Kingsbrook Jewish Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Harlem Hospital Center, Pediatrics | Kings Brook Jewish Mc

    • Medical School: Gov't Med Coll, Punjabi University, Patiala, Punjab, India | Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Agartala Government Medical College

    Is Dr. Tak board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Iqbal Tak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tak speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Tak typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Tak 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. Tak. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Tak typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Iqbal Tak may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tak accept in Flushing, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tak's office located?

    Dr. Iqbal Tak's Primary Practice

    5645 Main St

    Flushing, NY 11355

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tak affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tak has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Newyork-Presbyterian Queens,Flushing, NY

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

    Dr. Tak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639197486.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tak?

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

    What is Dr. Iqbal Tak's specialty?

    Dr. Tak is an 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 Dr. Iqbal Tak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tak is affiliated with Flushing Hospital 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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. Iqbal Tak accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Iqbal Tak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Iqbal Tak offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Iqbal Tak?

    Please contact Dr. Tak's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tak's office located?

    Dr. Tak's office is located in Flushing, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Iqbal Tak have?

    Dr. Iqbal Tak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.