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Who is Dr. Maharaj-Best, Family Medicine Specialist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Maharaj-Best is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maharaj-Best’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maharaj-Best’s office at (215) 662-8777.
What languages does Dr. Maharaj-Best speak?
Dr. Maharaj-Best and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Maharaj-Best treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Maharaj-Best 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. Maharaj-Best. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
Which procedures does Dr. Maharaj-Best perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Maharaj-Best's office.
Does Dr. Maharaj-Best accept my insurance?
Dr. Maharaj-Best accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-8777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Maharaj-Best accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Maharaj-Best in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
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Where is Dr. Maharaj-Best's office located?
Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best's Primary Practice
345 Whitney Ave
New Haven, CT 06511
(215) 662-8777
What is Dr. Maharaj-Best's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Maharaj-Best's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427589381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maharaj-Best?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Maharaj-Best
What is Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best's specialty?
Dr. Maharaj-Best is a Family Medicine Specialist near New Haven, CT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Maharaj-Best to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Maharaj-Best is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Maharaj-Best's office at (215) 662-8777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ayiti-Carmel Maharaj-Best?
Please contact Dr. Maharaj-Best's office at (215) 662-8777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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