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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Reka, Gastroenterologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Safak Reka, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Reka graduated from Medical Faculty Hacettepe University and completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Gastroenterology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Reka is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Reka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Reka’s office at (718) 270-1112.
Where did Dr. Reka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Gastroenterology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ankara Universitesi, Tip Fakultesi,Ankara, Turkey | Medical Faculty Hacettepe University
Is Dr. Reka board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Safak Reka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Reka speak?
Dr. Reka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does Dr. Reka treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Reka 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. Reka. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
- Hepatitis B virus
- HBV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
- B1910: Unspecified viral hepatitis B without hepatic coma
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
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
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Reka perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Safak Reka may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Reka's office.
Does Dr. Reka accept my insurance?
Dr. Reka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Reka accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Reka in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Elderplan
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
Metro Plus
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Reka's office located?
Dr. Safak Reka's Primary Practice
450 Clarkson Ave # 80
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 270-1112
What is Dr. Reka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Reka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538154844.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Reka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Reka
What is Dr. Safak Reka's specialty?
Dr. Reka is a Gastroenterologist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Reka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Safak Reka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Reka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital At Downstate. 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 Gastroenterologist?
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Is Safak Reka accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Safak Reka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Safak Reka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Reka's office at (718) 270-1112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Safak Reka?
Please contact Dr. Reka's office at (718) 270-1112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Safak Reka have?
Dr. Safak Reka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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