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Who is Dr. Zakheim, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alan Zakheim, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Zakheim graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Ny Medical College, General Surgery. Dr. Zakheim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zakheim’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zakheim’s office at (516) 562-6518.
Where did Dr. Zakheim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Ny Medical College, General Surgery | Long Island Jewish Med Center | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Zakheim board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alan Zakheim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Zakheim speak?
Dr. Zakheim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zakheim treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Zakheim 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. Zakheim. 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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Other Thyroid Disorder
- Thyroid Disease
- Specified Thyroid Condition
- Uncommon Thyroid Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0789: Other specified disorders of thyroid
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Vertebrobasilar Artery Syndrome
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Vertebrobasilar Insufficiency
- Posterior Circulation TIA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G450: Vertebro-basilar artery syndrome
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Zakheim perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Zakheim 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. Zakheim. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Exchange
- Central Line Replacement
- IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Also known as:
- Central Line Check with Contrast Dye
- Central Venous Catheter Study
- Central Line Imaging
- Contrast Study for Central Access Device
CPT Codes:
- 36598: Contrast injection(s) for radiologic evaluation of existing central venous access device, including fluoroscopy, image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Vena Cava Filter Insertion
- IVC Filter Placement
- Blood Clot Filter Insertion
- Endovascular Vena Cava Filter
CPT Codes:
- 37191: Insertion of intravascular vena cava filter, endovascular approach including vascular access, vessel selection, and radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance (ultrasound and fluoroscopy), when performed
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Embolization for Bleeding
- Artery Occlusion
- Vein Embolization
- Lymphatic Leak Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37244: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for arterial or venous hemorrhage or lymphatic extravasation
Also known as:
- Central Venous Port Replacement
- Port-a-Cath Replacement
- Central Line Replacement
- Tunneled Catheter Replacement
- Venous Access Device Change
CPT Codes:
- 36582: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port, through same venous access
Also known as:
- Draining Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Drainage
- Pericardiocentesis
- Heart Sac Fluid Removal
- Percutaneous Pericardial Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 33019: Pericardial drainage with insertion of indwelling catheter, percutaneous, including CT guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Kidney Biopsy
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Salivary Gland
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Fine needle aspiration salivary gland
- Parotid gland biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Vertebral Body Biopsy
- Femur Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 42400: Biopsy of salivary gland; needle
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Fluid Drainage
- Abscess drainage
- Hematoma drainage
- Cyst drainage
- Percutaneous fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10030: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst), soft tissue (eg, extremity, abdominal wall, neck), percutaneous
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Chest Drainage Catheter
- Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
- 32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
- Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
- Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- PEG Tube Placement
- G-Tube Insertion
- Feeding Tube Placement (Stomach)
CPT Codes:
- 49440: Insertion of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Abdominal Catheter Placement
- Peritoneal Catheter Insertion
- Ascites Drainage Catheter
- Intraperitoneal Dialysis Catheter
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage Tube
CPT Codes:
- 49418: Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter (eg, dialysis, intraperitoneal chemotherapy instillation, management of ascites), complete procedure, including imaging guidance, catheter placement, contrast injection when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Drainage Tube Placement
- Percutaneous Cholecystostomy
- Gallbladder Catheter Placement
- Gallbladder Drainage Procedure
- P-Tube Gallbladder
CPT Codes:
- 47490: Cholecystostomy, percutaneous, complete procedure, including imaging guidance, catheter placement, cholecystogram when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Kidney Drainage Tube Placement
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy
- Nephrostomy Catheter Insertion
- Kidney Drainage Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 50432: Placement of nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter X-ray with Dye
- Antegrade Nephrostogram
- Ureterogram
- Kidney Dye Study
- Ureter Dye Study
CPT Codes:
- 50431: Injection procedure for antegrade nephrostogram and/or ureterogram, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Does Dr. Zakheim accept my insurance?
Dr. Zakheim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 562-6518 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zakheim accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Zakheim in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Zakheim's office located?
Dr. Alan Zakheim's Primary Practice
3047 Avenue U Ste 2
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(516) 562-6518
What is Dr. Zakheim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zakheim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033165774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zakheim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zakheim
What is Dr. Alan Zakheim's specialty?
Dr. Zakheim is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Brooklyn, NY. A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging. Contact Dr. Zakheim to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alan Zakheim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zakheim is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Westchester Medical Center, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, Baystate 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
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Is Alan Zakheim accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alan Zakheim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alan Zakheim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zakheim's office at (516) 562-6518 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alan Zakheim?
Please contact Dr. Zakheim's office at (516) 562-6518 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Zakheim have?
Dr. Alan Zakheim is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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