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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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Rafiaa typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: 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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Rafiaa typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amer Rafiaa may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Rafiaa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rafiaa's office located?
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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
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 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
When to see a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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