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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Malekan, Rheumatologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Michael Malekan, DO is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Malekan is currently affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Dr. Malekan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malekan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malekan’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Malekan speak?
Dr. Malekan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Malekan treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Malekan 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. Malekan. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
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:
- Unspecified Abnormal Immune System Marker
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Abnormal immune test
- Unexplained immune finding
- Unspecified immunological finding
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R769: Abnormal immunological finding in serum, unspecified
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Joint Derangement
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Dysfunction
- Joint Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M249: Joint derangement, 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Does Dr. Malekan accept my insurance?
Dr. Malekan 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. Malekan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Malekan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Malekan's office located?
NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
506 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Malekan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malekan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508276239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malekan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malekan
What is Dr. Michael Malekan's specialty?
Dr. Malekan is a Rheumatologist near Brooklyn, 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. Malekan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Malekan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malekan is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Michael Malekan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Malekan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Malekan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malekan's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Malekan?
Please contact Dr. Malekan's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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