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Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ahmed, Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed, MD is an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Hausa, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (212) 821-0871.

    What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?

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

    • English

    • Hausa

    What conditions does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?

    As an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 821-0871 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?

    Emergency Physicians Dept

    525 E 68th St

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 821-0871

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

    Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619260023.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?

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

    What is Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed's specialty?

    Dr. Ahmed is a Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician with expertise in sports medicine provides comprehensive care in this field, focusing not only on improving health and fitness but also on preventing and managing injuries and illnesses. A sports medicine physician is well-qualified and skilled in promoting wellness and understands the role of exercise in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. This specialty requires a solid foundation in exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, and epidemiology.

    Is this Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Hospital For Special Surgery, Mount Sinai Queens, St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx 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

    When to see an Emergency Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Sports 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 Abdul-Aziz Ahmed accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Abdul-Aziz Ahmed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (212) 821-0871 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Abdul-Aziz Ahmed?

    Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (212) 821-0871 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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