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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexandrou, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Alexandrou completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alexandrou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexandrou’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexandrou’s office at (718) 240-5180.
Where did Dr. Alexandrou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Jersey Shore Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris
What languages does Dr. Alexandrou speak?
Dr. Alexandrou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alexandrou typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alexandrou 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. Alexandrou. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alexandrou typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Alexandrou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alexandrou accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexandrou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexandrou accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alexandrou in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alexandrou's office located?
Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou's Primary Practice
121 DeKalb Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 240-5180
What is Dr. Alexandrou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexandrou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902944226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexandrou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexandrou
What is Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou's specialty?
Dr. Alexandrou is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexandrou is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, The Mount Sinai Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nikolaos Alexandrou accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikolaos Alexandrou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexandrou's office at (718) 240-5180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikolaos Alexandrou?
Please contact Dr. Alexandrou's office at (718) 240-5180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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