MA
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alwaya, Pulmonologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Maurice Alwaya, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Alwaya completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alwaya is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alwaya’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alwaya’s office.
Where did Dr. Alwaya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; St Johns Espiscpl Hsp-S Shr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Alwaya board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Maurice Alwaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alwaya speak?
Dr. Alwaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alwaya typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alwaya 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. Alwaya. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45998: Other asthma
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alwaya typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maurice Alwaya may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Alwaya's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alwaya accept my insurance?
Dr. Alwaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alwaya accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Alwaya in Brooklyn, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alwaya's office located?
What is Dr. Alwaya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alwaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376576694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alwaya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alwaya
What is Dr. Maurice Alwaya's specialty?
Dr. Alwaya is a Pulmonologist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Maurice Alwaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alwaya is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maurice Alwaya accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Maurice Alwaya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maurice Alwaya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alwaya's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maurice Alwaya?
Please contact Dr. Alwaya's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maurice Alwaya have?
Dr. Maurice Alwaya is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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