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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hafez, Hospitalist in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Hossam Hafez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hafez is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hafez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hafez’s office at (845) 454-8500.
Is Dr. Hafez board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Hossam Hafez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hafez speak?
Dr. Hafez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Hafez treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hafez 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. Hafez. 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:
- 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Hafez perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hossam Hafez may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hafez's office.
Does Dr. Hafez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hafez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 454-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hafez accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Hafez in Poughkeepsie, 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
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hafez's office located?
What is Dr. Hafez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hafez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255544458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hafez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hafez
What is Dr. Hossam Hafez's specialty?
Dr. Hafez is a Hospitalist near Poughkeepsie, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Hafez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hossam Hafez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hafez is affiliated with Nuvance Health Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Nuvance Health Northern Dutchess 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 Hossam Hafez accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hossam Hafez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hossam Hafez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hafez's office at (845) 454-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hossam Hafez?
Please contact Dr. Hafez's office at (845) 454-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hossam Hafez have?
Dr. Hossam Hafez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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