AE
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Atat, Pulmonologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ali El Atat, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. El Atat graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center. Dr. El Atat is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Atat’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Atat’s office at (718) 567-2828.
Where did Dr. El Atat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. El Atat board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ali El Atat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. El Atat speak?
Dr. El Atat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Atat typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Atat 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. El Atat. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling
- Therapy Services
- Support Sessions
- Mental Health Support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z719: Counseling, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Atat typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ali El Atat may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. El Atat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. El Atat accept my insurance?
Dr. El Atat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 567-2828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Atat accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. El Atat in Brooklyn, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El Atat's office located?
Dr. Ali El Atat's Primary Practice
9001 Fort Hamilton Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 567-2828
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ali El Atat?
Dr. El Atat has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. El Atat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Atat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487853008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Atat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Atat
What is Dr. Ali El Atat's specialty?
Dr. El Atat is a Pulmonologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Ali El Atat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Atat is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Staten Island University Hospital - North 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ali El Atat accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ali El Atat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ali El Atat offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. El Atat, or call (718) 567-2828 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ali El Atat?
Please contact Dr. El Atat's office at (718) 567-2828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ali El Atat have?
Dr. Ali El Atat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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