EverydayHealthLogo
GK

Dr. Gamil Kostandy, MD

Brooklyn, NY

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kostandy, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Gamil Kostandy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kostandy is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kostandy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kostandy’s office at (718) 238-4441.

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

      Is Dr. Kostandy board certified in Internist?

      Yes, Dr. Gamil Kostandy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Kostandy speak?

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

      • Arabic

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Kostandy treat?

      As a Internist, Dr. Kostandy 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. Kostandy. 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:

      • Low Back Pain
      • Back Pain
      • Lumbago
      • Lower Back Ache
      • Backache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Routine Adult Health Checkup
      • Health Checkup
      • Adult physical exam
      • Annual wellness visit for adults
      • General adult medical exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

      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:

      • Diabetes due to Underlying Condition
      • Diabetes
      • Diabetes Complicationss
      • Diabetes-related Health Problems
      • Long-term Diabetes Effects
      • Diabetes Side Effects
      • Secondary Diabetes
      • Other Type of Diabetes
      • Diabetes from Another Illness

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E138: Other specified diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
      • E089: Diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition without complications

      Also known as:

      • Dizziness
      • Dizziness and Vertigo
      • Lightheadedness
      • Giddiness
      • Vertigo

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

      Also known as:

      • Asthma
      • Reactive Airway Disease
      • Bronchial Asthma
      • Allergic Asthma

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

      Also known as:

      • Acute Bronchitis
      • Chest cold
      • Short-term bronchitis
      • Acute chest infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Pre-Employment Medical Exam
      • Job physical
      • Employment health check
      • Pre-hire medical assessment

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z021: Encounter for pre-employment examination

      Also known as:

      • Urinary Tract Infection
      • UTI
      • Bladder infection
      • Kidney infection
      • Urine infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

      Also known as:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Triglycerides
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • High lipids
      • Dyslipidemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
      • Coronary Artery Disease
      • Long-term Heart Disease
      • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
      • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Skin Rash
      • Rashes
      • Skin Eruption
      • Hives
      • Dermatitis
      • Skin Inflammation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

      Also known as:

      • Unspecified Illness
      • General sickness
      • Undiagnosed illness
      • Feeling unwell

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R69: Illness, unspecified

      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:

      • Pain in Right Knee
      • Knee Injuries and Disorder
      • Pain
      • Right Knee Ache
      • Right Knee Discomfort
      • Sore Right Knee

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M25561: Pain in right knee

      Also known as:

      • Hypothyroidism
      • Congenital hypothyroidism
      • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
      • Underactive Thyroid
      • Low Thyroid Function

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Osteoarthritis of both knees
      • Osteoarthritis
      • Degenerative joint disease
      • Wear-and-tear arthritis
      • Arthrosis
      • Joint degeneration

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

      Also known as:

      • Tonsillitis
      • Inflamed Tonsils
      • Tonsil Infection
      • Sore Tonsils

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified

      Which procedures does Dr. Kostandy perform as a Internist?

      As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gamil Kostandy may include:

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

      Does Dr. Kostandy accept my insurance?

      Dr. Kostandy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 238-4441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

      Dr. Kostandy 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

      • Centene

      • Healthfirst

      • International Brotherhood of Teamsters

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealthcare

      View All Insurances

      Where is Dr. Kostandy's office located?

      Dr. Gamil Kostandy's Primary Practice

      506 6th St

      Brooklyn, NY 11215

      (718) 238-4441

      Get Directions

      Dr. Gamil Kostandy's Practice 2

      1435 86th St

      Brooklyn, NY 11228

      Get Directions

      Dr. Gamil Kostandy's Practice 3

      8419 Fort Hamilton Pkwy

      Brooklyn, NY 11209

      Get Directions

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

      Dr. Kostandy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841265949.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kostandy?

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

      What is Dr. Gamil Kostandy's specialty?

      Dr. Kostandy is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

      A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

      Contact Dr. Kostandy to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Gamil Kostandy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Kostandy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?

      Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Gamil Kostandy accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

      Yes, Dr. Gamil Kostandy is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Gamil Kostandy offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Kostandy's office at (718) 238-4441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Gamil Kostandy?

      Please contact Dr. Kostandy's office at (718) 238-4441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Gamil Kostandy have?

      Dr. Gamil Kostandy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

      Other Internist Near Brooklyn, NY

      RB
      acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
      Brooklyn, NY
      LM

      Emergency Medicine Specialist

      acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
      Brooklyn, NY
      acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
      Brooklyn, NY
      See All Specialists

      Doctors by Category

      Specialists