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Dr. Basma Elsawy

Staten Island, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elsawy, Internist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Basma Elsawy is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Elsawy is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elsawy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elsawy’s office at (718) 876-1732.

    What languages does Dr. Elsawy speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Elsawy typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Elsawy 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. Elsawy. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Abuse Counseling
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol addiction counseling
    • Alcohol dependency treatment
    • Alcohol recovery support

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7141: Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance of alcoholic

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Elsawy typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Basma Elsawy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Elsawy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Elsawy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elsawy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 876-1732 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elsawy accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Elsawy in Staten Island, 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)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elsawy's office located?

    Dr. Basma Elsawy's Primary Practice

    235 Port Richmond Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10302

    (718) 876-1732

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    Dr. Basma Elsawy's Practice 2

    3508 Flatlands Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

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    Dr. Basma Elsawy's Practice 3

    2116 Avenue P

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Basma Elsawy?

    Dr. Elsawy has appointments available at her Staten Island, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Elsawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649655580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elsawy?

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

    What is Dr. Basma Elsawy's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Basma Elsawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elsawy is affiliated with Richmond University Medical Center, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Dr. Basma Elsawy accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Basma Elsawy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Basma Elsawy offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elsawy, or call (718) 876-1732 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Basma Elsawy?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elsawy, or call (718) 876-1732 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Elsawy's office located?

    Dr. Elsawy's offices are located in Staten Island, NY and Brooklyn, NY.