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Dr. Mohamed Tantawi, MD

Hackensack, NJ

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tantawi, Pediatrician in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Mohamed Tantawi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Tantawi graduated from University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Tantawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tantawi’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tantawi’s office at (201) 487-8222.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tantawi?

    Dr. Mohamed Tantawi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tantawi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hackensack/NJ community, Dr. Tantawi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital

    Is Dr. Tantawi board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Mohamed Tantawi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tantawi speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tantawi treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tantawi 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. Tantawi. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Delay Check
    • Early Intervention Screening
    • Motor Skill Delay Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1349: Encounter for screening for other developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Lung Disease
    • Breathing Problems
    • Respiratory Illnesses
    • Pulmonary Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8709: Personal history of other diseases of the respiratory system

    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:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Vaccine Safety Counseling
    • Vaccine Safety
    • Immunization Advice
    • Vaccine Information Session
    • Vaccine Side Effects Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7185: Encounter for immunization safety counseling

    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:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Eye Exam with Issues
    • Abnormal Vision Test
    • Eye Doctor Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse Counseling
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol addiction counseling
    • Alcohol dependency treatment
    • Alcohol recovery support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7141: Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance of alcoholic

    Also known as:

    • Flu
    • Influenza with complications
    • Severe Flu
    • Flu side effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J1189: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Tantawi perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Mohamed Tantawi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tantawi's office.

    Does Dr. Tantawi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tantawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 487-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tantawi accept in Hackensack, NJ?

    Dr. Tantawi in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Assurant

    • Benefit Administrative Systems LLC

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tantawi's office located?

    Dr. Mohamed Tantawi's Primary Practice

    177 Summit Ave

    Hackensack, NJ 07601

    (201) 487-8222

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

    Dr. Tantawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114945888.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tantawi?

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

    What is Dr. Mohamed Tantawi's specialty?

    Dr. Tantawi is a Pediatrician near Hackensack, NJ. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Tantawi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mohamed Tantawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tantawi is affiliated with Hackensack University 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Mohamed Tantawi accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Mohamed Tantawi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mohamed Tantawi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tantawi's office at (201) 487-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mohamed Tantawi?

    Please contact Dr. Tantawi's office at (201) 487-8222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mohamed Tantawi have?

    Dr. Mohamed Tantawi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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