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Dr. Amer Rafiaa, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rafiaa, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Amer Rafiaa, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rafiaa graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rafiaa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rafiaa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rafiaa’s office at (718) 333-5118.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn/Long Island College Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rafiaa board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amer Rafiaa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rafiaa speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Rafiaa treat?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Rafiaa 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. Rafiaa. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma in Remission
    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
    • Plasma Cell Myeloma in Remission', 'Kahler's Disease in Remission
    • Myeloma in Remission

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9001: Multiple myeloma in remission

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Which procedures does Dr. Rafiaa perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?

    As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amer Rafiaa may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rafiaa's office.

    Does Dr. Rafiaa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rafiaa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 333-5118 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Rafiaa 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

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst

    • Leon Medical Centers

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rafiaa's office located?

    Dr. Amer Rafiaa's Primary Practice

    445 Bay Ridge Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11209

    (718) 333-5118

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

    Dr. Rafiaa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427022656.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rafiaa?

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

    What is Dr. Amer Rafiaa's specialty?

    Dr. Rafiaa is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Rafiaa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amer Rafiaa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rafiaa is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Staten Island University Hospital - North which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Amer Rafiaa accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Amer Rafiaa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amer Rafiaa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rafiaa's office at (718) 333-5118 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amer Rafiaa?

    Please contact Dr. Rafiaa's office at (718) 333-5118 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amer Rafiaa have?

    Dr. Amer Rafiaa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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