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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shiferaw, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shiferaw is fluent in English and Samaritan Aramaic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shiferaw’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shiferaw’s office at (718) 363-6771.
What languages does Dr. Shiferaw speak?
Dr. Shiferaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Samaritan Aramaic
What conditions does Dr. Shiferaw treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shiferaw 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. Shiferaw. 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:
- 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shiferaw perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office.
Does Dr. Shiferaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Shiferaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 363-6771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shiferaw accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shiferaw in Brooklyn, 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)
Medica
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shiferaw's office located?
Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw's Primary Practice
585 Schenectady Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 363-6771
What is Dr. Shiferaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shiferaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467942151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shiferaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shiferaw
What is Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw's specialty?
Dr. Shiferaw is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Shiferaw to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shiferaw is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Kalkidan Shiferaw accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalkidan Shiferaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office at (718) 363-6771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalkidan Shiferaw?
Please contact Dr. Shiferaw's office at (718) 363-6771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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