Who is Dr. Rashid, Radiation Oncologist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Arif Rashid, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY.
Dr. Rashid is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rashid’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rashid’s office at (908) 803-6194.
What languages does Dr. Rashid speak?
Dr. Rashid and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Rashid typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Rashid 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. Rashid. 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:
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Prostatic Carcinoma
Prostate Gland Cancer
Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
Lung Cancer
Right lung cancer
Bronchial cancer
Malignant neoplasm of lung
Left Lung Cancer
Bronchial Cancer
Malignant Lung Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
Secondary Brain Cancer
Secondary Bone Cancer
Brain Tumor
Bone Cancer
Metastatic brain cancer
Brain metastases
Cancer spread to brain
Metastatic bone cancer
Cancer spread to bone
Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Rashid typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Rashid 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. Rashid. 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:
Swallowing Therapy
Dysphagia Treatment
Feeding Therapy
Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Rashid accept my insurance?
Dr. Rashid accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 803-6194 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rashid accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Rashid in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Rashid's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rashid's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700231735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rashid?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rashid
What is Dr. Arif Rashid's specialty?
Dr. Rashid is a Radiation Oncologist near Forest Hills, NY.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Arif Rashid affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rashid is affiliated with Guthrie Lourdes Hospital 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
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Is Arif Rashid accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Arif Rashid is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arif Rashid offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rashid's office at (908) 803-6194 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arif Rashid?
Please contact Dr. Rashid's office at (908) 803-6194 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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