KF
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farooq, Internist in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Kanwal Farooq, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Farooq is fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooq’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooq’s office at (631) 444-1665.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Farooq?
Dr. Kanwal Farooq, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Farooq empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Setauket, NY community, Dr. Farooq is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Farooq speak?
Dr. Farooq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Farooq typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Farooq 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. Farooq. 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Farooq typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kanwal Farooq may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Farooq's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farooq accept my insurance?
Dr. Farooq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 444-1665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farooq accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Farooq in East Setauket, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?
Dr. Kanwal Farooq's Primary Practice
26 Research Way
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 444-1665
What is Dr. Farooq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023524618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farooq
What is Dr. Kanwal Farooq's specialty?
Dr. Farooq is a Internist near East Setauket, NY.
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 this Dr. Kanwal Farooq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farooq is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Kanwal Farooq accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kanwal Farooq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kanwal Farooq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (631) 444-1665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kanwal Farooq?
Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (631) 444-1665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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