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Dr. Begum Firdous, MD

East Meadow, NY

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    Who is Dr. Firdous, Psychiatrist in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Begum Firdous, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY. Dr. Firdous is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Firdous’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Firdous’s office at (516) 486-6862.

    What languages does Dr. Firdous speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Firdous treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Firdous 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. Firdous. 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:

    • Adjustment Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Situational Depression
    • Stress Response Syndrome
    • Reaction to Stress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Court-Ordered Mental Health Evaluation
    • Forensic Psychiatric Exam
    • Legal Mental Health Assessment
    • Mandated Psychiatric Review

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z046: Encounter for general psychiatric examination, requested by authority

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Does Dr. Firdous accept my insurance?

    Dr. Firdous accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 486-6862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Firdous accept in East Meadow, NY?

    Dr. Firdous in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Maine

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Firdous' office located?

    Dr. Begum Firdous' Primary Practice

    2201 Hempstead Tpke

    East Meadow, NY 11554

    (516) 486-6862

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

    Dr. Firdous's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639450745.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Firdous?

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

    What is Dr. Begum Firdous's specialty?

    Dr. Firdous is a Psychiatrist near East Meadow, NY.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Firdous to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Begum Firdous affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Firdous is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nassau University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Psychiatrist?

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    Is Begum Firdous accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Begum Firdous is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Begum Firdous offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Firdous's office at (516) 486-6862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Begum Firdous?

    Please contact Dr. Firdous's office at (516) 486-6862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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