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Dr. Teja Kapoor, MD

Dr. Teja Kapoor, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kapoor, Rheumatologist in New York, NY?

    Teja Kapoor, MD is a graduate of New York Medical College and completed her internal medicine residency at Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. She completed her Rheumatology fellowship at Columbia-NY Presbyterian, before joining full-time academic faculty. Dr. Kapoor is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons and the Program Director for the Columbia Rheumatology Fellowship Training Program. Dr. Kapoor has clinical and research interests in Sjogren?s Disease and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), with years of experience in managing patients with complex multi-organ involvement of their autoimmune disease. She has an interdisciplinary approach to managing her large cohort of patients with Sjogren?s Syndrome, working with Ophthalmology, Dental, ENT, Pulmonary, OB-GYN, and other specialists. She has lectured on SLE and Sjogren?s Disease at regional, national, and international conferences, with a multitude of book chapters and peer-reviewed article publications on the topics of autoimmune diseases. She is the recipient of the 2023-2024 Daniel V. Kimberg Memorial Junior Faculty Award for outstanding teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students. She is the Course Co-Director for Rheumatology and Autoimmunity for medical students at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons.

    What languages does Dr. Kapoor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kapoor treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Kapoor 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. Kapoor. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lupus Condition
    • Lupus
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Heart sac inflammation from lupus
    • Kidney Disease
    • Pericardial Disorder
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • Different Types of Lupus
    • Atypical Lupus
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications
    • Lupus pericarditis
    • Inflammation of heart lining with lupus
    • Pericardial effusion in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3212: Pericarditis in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease
    • Spinal Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47819: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
    • Overlap Syndrome
    • Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M351: Other overlap syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Atypical psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis-related joint condition
    • Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Does Dr. Kapoor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kapoor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kapoor's office located?

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion

    161 Fort Washington Avenue

    New York, NY 10032

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Kapoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053652834.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kapoor?

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

    What is Dr. Teja Kapoor's specialty?

    Dr. Kapoor is a Rheumatologist near New York, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Kapoor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Teja Kapoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kapoor 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

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    Is Teja Kapoor accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Teja Kapoor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Teja Kapoor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kapoor's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Teja Kapoor?

    Please contact Dr. Kapoor's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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