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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Farruque Ahmed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Dhaka Medical College and Hospital and completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Nephrology; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (718) 615-3777.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Nephrology; New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine | New York Methodist Hospital Program
Medical School: Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka University, Bangladesh | Dhaka Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Farruque Ahmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Healthy Weight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
- Normal Weight
- Body Mass Index
- Optimal Weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmed perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Farruque Ahmed may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmed's office.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 615-3777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ahmed in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Farruque Ahmed's Primary Practice
101 Pennsylvania Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11207
(718) 615-3777
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 1265475974.
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. Farruque Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Ahmed to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Farruque Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahmed 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Farruque Ahmed accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Farruque Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farruque Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 615-3777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farruque Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 615-3777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Farruque Ahmed have?
Dr. Farruque Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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