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Dr. Zahrah Taufique, MD
Mineola, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Taufique, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Mineola, NY?
Dr. Zahrah Taufique, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Mineola, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Taufique is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taufique’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taufique’s office at (516) 294-9363.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Taufique?
Dr. Zahrah Taufique, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Taufique empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Airway Disorders, Craniofacial Surgery, Ear Reconstruction/Microtia, Head & Neck Tumors, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Trauma-Face, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mineola/NY community, Dr. Taufique is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Taufique speak?
Dr. Taufique and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Taufique treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Taufique 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. Taufique. 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:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
- Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
- Long-term Ear Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
- H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
- H6593: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
Also known as:
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
- Turbinate hypertrophy
- Swollen turbinates
- Congested turbinates
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
- J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates
Also known as:
- Laryngomalacia at Birth
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Throat Disorder
- Tongue Disorder
- Floppy Larynx (Congenital)
- Soft Voice Box Cartilage
- Congenital Laryngomalacia
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q315: Congenital laryngomalacia
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Missing Organ
- Loss of an organ
- Organ removal
- Absence of an organ
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9089: Acquired absence of other organs
Also known as:
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Taufique perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Zahrah Taufique may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Taufique's office.
Does Dr. Taufique accept my insurance?
Dr. Taufique accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 294-9363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Taufique accept in Mineola, NY?
Dr. Taufique in Mineola, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicaid
MetroPlus
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Taufique's office located?
What is Dr. Taufique's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Taufique's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063891752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taufique?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taufique
What is Dr. Zahrah Taufique's specialty?
Dr. Taufique is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Mineola, NY. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Taufique to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zahrah Taufique affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Taufique is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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 Zahrah Taufique accepting new patients in Mineola, NY?
Yes, Dr. Zahrah Taufique is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zahrah Taufique offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taufique's office at (516) 294-9363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zahrah Taufique?
Please contact Dr. Taufique's office at (516) 294-9363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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