Dr. Joseph Wahba, MD

Brooklyn, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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

Dr. Joseph Wahba, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Wahba graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Wahba is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wahba’s office at (718) 338-5542.

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

Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine | Sackler School of Medicine

Is Dr. Wahba board certified as a Pediatrician?

Yes, Dr. Joseph Wahba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Wahba speak?

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

English
Hebrew

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

As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wahba 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. Wahba. 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:

Common Cold
Head Cold
Nasal Congestion
Upper Respiratory Infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

Also known as:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

Also known as:

Sore Throat
Acute pharyngitis
Throat inflammation
Acute throat infection

ICD-10 Codes:

J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

Also known as:

Tongue-Tie
Birth Defects
Tongue Disorder
Ankyloglossia
Short Lingual Frenulum
Tied Tongue

ICD-10 Codes:

Q381: Ankyloglossia

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

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Wahba may include:

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

Does Dr. Wahba accept my insurance?

Dr. Wahba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 338-5542 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

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Where is Dr. Wahba's office located?

Dr. Joseph Wahba's Primary Practice

3680 Bedford Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11229

(718) 338-5542

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

Dr. Wahba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023018231.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wahba?

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

What is Dr. Joseph Wahba's specialty?

Dr. Wahba 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. Joseph Wahba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Wahba 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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