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Dr. Sherly Abraham, MD

Dr. Sherly Abraham, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abraham, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Sherly Abraham, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Abraham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abraham’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abraham’s office at (718) 250-8621.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abraham?

    Dr. Sherly Abraham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist 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. Abraham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Abraham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Abraham board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sherly Abraham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abraham speak?

    Dr. Abraham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abraham typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:

    • 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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abraham typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sherly Abraham may include:

    Please contact Dr. Abraham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Abraham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abraham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-8621 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abraham accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Abraham in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Hippo Health

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • MVP Health Care

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?

    Dr. Sherly Abraham's Primary Practice

    121 DeKalb Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

    (718) 250-8621

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    Dr. Sherly Abraham's Practice 2

    14 Hanover Pl

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

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    Dr. Sherly Abraham's Practice 3

    359 N Central Ave

    Hartsdale, NY 10530

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    What is Dr. Abraham's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801008099.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abraham?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abraham

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Sherly Abraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abraham is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sherly Abraham accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sherly Abraham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sherly Abraham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (718) 250-8621 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sherly Abraham?

    Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (718) 250-8621 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?

    Dr. Abraham's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and Hartsdale, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sherly Abraham have?

    Dr. Sherly Abraham is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.