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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Azam, Pediatric Neurologist in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Shabana Azam, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Azam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azam’s office at (718) 613-4000.
Where did Dr. Azam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Osmania Medical College, Ntr University of Health Sciences,Hyderabad, India
What languages does Dr. Azam speak?
Dr. Azam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Azam treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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:
- Seizures
- Complex Seizures with Fever
- Fever Seizures in Children
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
- Complex Febrile Seizures
- Prolonged Fever Seizures
- Recurrent Febrile Seizures
- Febrile seizures
- Fever fits
- Childhood fever seizures
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
- R5601: Complex febrile convulsions
- R5600: Simple febrile convulsions
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Generalized Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
- Primary generalized epilepsy
- Generalized seizure disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Trouble with Attention and Focus
- Mental Disorder
- Concentration issues
- Difficulty focusing
- Attention deficit
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41840: Attention and concentration deficit
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Learning Disability
- Learning Disabilities
- Scholastic Skill Disorder
- Academic Learning Disorder
- Developmental Learning Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- F819: Developmental disorder of scholastic skills, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Azam perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shabana Azam may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Azam's office.
Does Dr. Azam accept my insurance?
Dr. Azam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 613-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azam accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Azam in Flushing, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
MetroPlus
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Azam's office located?
What is Dr. Azam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558316018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azam
What is Dr. Shabana Azam's specialty?
Dr. Azam is a Pediatric Neurologist near Flushing, NY. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Azam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shabana Azam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Azam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Shabana Azam accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shabana Azam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shabana Azam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (718) 613-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shabana Azam?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (718) 613-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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NewYork-Presbyterian Queens
198-15 Horace Harding Expressway
Flushing, NY 11365