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Dr. Neena Makam, MD

New Hyde Park, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Makam, Pediatrician in New Hyde Park, NY?

    Dr. Neena Makam, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY. Dr. Makam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makam’s office at (718) 470-3476.

    What languages does Dr. Makam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Makam typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Makam 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. Makam. 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:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Prolonged Asthma Attack
    • Status Asthmaticus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Makam typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Makam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Makam. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Makam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 470-3476 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makam accept in New Hyde Park, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • State of Delaware

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Makam's office located?

    Dr. Neena Makam's Primary Practice

    26901 76th Ave Rm 254A

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

    (718) 470-3476

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

    Dr. Makam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275979197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makam?

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

    What is Dr. Neena Makam's specialty?

    Dr. Makam is a Pediatrician near New Hyde Park, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Neena Makam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Makam is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Beebe Healthcare, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Riddle 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Neena Makam accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Neena Makam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neena Makam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makam's office at (718) 470-3476 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neena Makam?

    Please contact Dr. Makam's office at (718) 470-3476 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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