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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.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Kapoor speak?
Dr. Kapoor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kapoor typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Other Lupus Condition
- Lupus
- Lupus with Organ Involvement
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- SLE Affecting Organs
- Lupus Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
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
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
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:
- 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:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's
- Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kapoor's office located?
CUIMC/Herbert Irving Pavilion
161 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(917) 300-0553
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.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
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.
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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