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Dr. Mohamed Elessawy, MD

Physiatrist

Staten Island, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elessawy, Physiatrist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Mohamed Elessawy, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY. Dr. Elessawy completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery. Dr. Elessawy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elessawy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elessawy’s office at (718) 226-6362.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Elessawy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Elessawy typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Elessawy 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. Elessawy. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Aching Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5489: Other dorsalgia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Elessawy typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Elessawy performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Elessawy. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Elessawy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elessawy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 226-6362 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elessawy accept in Staten Island, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit Administrative Systems LLC

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Elessawy's office located?

    Dr. Mohamed Elessawy's Primary Practice

    242 Mason Ave

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 226-6362

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

    Dr. Elessawy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700869336.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elessawy?

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

    What is Dr. Mohamed Elessawy's specialty?

    Dr. Elessawy is a Physiatrist near Staten Island, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Mohamed Elessawy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elessawy is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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

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    Is Dr. Mohamed Elessawy accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Mohamed Elessawy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mohamed Elessawy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elessawy's office at (718) 226-6362 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mohamed Elessawy?

    Please contact Dr. Elessawy's office at (718) 226-6362 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elessawy's office located?

    Dr. Elessawy's office is located in Staten Island, NY.