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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alfakir, Specialist in Haledon, NJ?
Dr. Maria Alfakir, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Haledon, NJ. She is board certified. Dr. Alfakir graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Alfakir is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfakir’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfakir’s office at (973) 925-4848.
Where did Dr. Alfakir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Alfakir board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Alfakir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alfakir speak?
Dr. Alfakir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Alfakir treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alfakir 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. Alfakir. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
What procedures does Dr. Alfakir perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Alfakir 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. Alfakir. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
Does Dr. Alfakir accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfakir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 925-4848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alfakir accept in Haledon, NJ?
Dr. Alfakir in Haledon, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alfakir's office located?
What is Dr. Alfakir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alfakir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790993897.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfakir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfakir
What is Dr. Maria Alfakir's specialty?
Dr. Alfakir is a Specialist near Haledon, NJ. Contact Dr. Alfakir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Alfakir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alfakir is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Maria Alfakir accepting new patients in Haledon, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Maria Alfakir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Alfakir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alfakir's office at (973) 925-4848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Alfakir?
Please contact Dr. Alfakir's office at (973) 925-4848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Alfakir have?
Dr. Maria Alfakir is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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