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55 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Internist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Najma Ahmed, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 55 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (718) 526-6300.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Liaquat Med Coll, Univ of Sind, Jamshoro, Pakistan | Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry | Liaquat National Medical College
Is Dr. Ahmed board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Najma 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:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 23.0-23.9
- Body Weight
- BMI in healthy range
- Normal adult BMI
- Healthy weight BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6823: Body mass index [BMI] 23.0-23.9, adult
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Najma 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
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 526-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Ahmed in Jamaica, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
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 1043253099.
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. Najma Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Internist near Jamaica, NY.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Najma 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Najma Ahmed accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Najma Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Najma Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 526-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Najma Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (718) 526-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Najma Ahmed have?
Dr. Najma Ahmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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