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Dr. Samuel Bekar, MD

Pediatrician

Brooklyn, NY

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bekar, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Samuel Bekar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Bekar graduated from University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Bekar is fluent in English, Arabic, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bekar’s office at (718) 787-1017.

    Where did Dr. Bekar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Aleppo University | University of Aleppo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bekar board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Bekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Bekar speak?

    Dr. Bekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Hebrew

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bekar typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bekar 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. Bekar. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bekar typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Bekar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bekar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bekar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 787-1017 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bekar accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Bekar in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Mass General Brigham

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bekar's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Bekar's Primary Practice

    359 Avenue U

    Brooklyn, NY 11223

    (718) 787-1017

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    What is Dr. Bekar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184624827.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bekar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bekar

    What is Dr. Samuel Bekar's specialty?

    Dr. Bekar is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Samuel Bekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bekar is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Samuel Bekar accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Bekar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Bekar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bekar's office at (718) 787-1017 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samuel Bekar?

    Please contact Dr. Bekar's office at (718) 787-1017 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bekar's office located?

    Dr. Bekar's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samuel Bekar have?

    Dr. Samuel Bekar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.