Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ishtiaq, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ishtiaq completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Pediatrics. Dr. Ishtiaq is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ishtiaq’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ishtiaq’s office at (844) 484-6564.
Where did Dr. Ishtiaq go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Pediatrics; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Pediatrics | Georgetown University Hospital
Is Dr. Ishtiaq board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ishtiaq speak?
Dr. Ishtiaq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ishtiaq typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ishtiaq 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. Ishtiaq. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ishtiaq typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ishtiaq 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. Ishtiaq. 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:
- Simple Wound Repair (Small)
- Simple Repair of Small Facial Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor Laceration Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure
- Small Cut Stitching
- Simple Skin Repair
- Superficial Wound Closure (Face)
- Minor Facial Laceration Repair
- Stitches for Small Face Cut
CPT Codes:
- 12001: Simple repair of superficial wounds of scalp, neck, axillae, external genitalia, trunk and/or extremities (including hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
- 12011: Simple repair of superficial wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Ishtiaq accept my insurance?
Dr. Ishtiaq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 484-6564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ishtiaq accept in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Ishtiaq in Yonkers, 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
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ishtiaq's office located?
Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq's Primary Practice
2393 Central Park Ave
Yonkers, NY 10710
(844) 484-6564
What is Dr. Ishtiaq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ishtiaq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790705770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ishtiaq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ishtiaq
What is Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq's specialty?
Dr. Ishtiaq is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Yonkers, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ishtiaq is affiliated with Putnam Hospital, Northern Westchester Hospital, Westchester Medical Center, Greenwich 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
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Is Bakhtiar Ishtiaq accepting new patients in Yonkers, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ishtiaq's office at (844) 484-6564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bakhtiar Ishtiaq?
Please contact Dr. Ishtiaq's office at (844) 484-6564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq have?
Dr. Bakhtiar Ishtiaq is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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