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Dr. Thazin Saw, MD

Dr. Thazin Saw, MD

Brooklyn, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

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

    Thazin Saw, MD, is an internist at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn, affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. She is board certified by American Board of Internal Medicine since 1998 and a fellow of American College of Physicians. After earning her medical degree from Institute of Medicine Yangon, Myanmar, she completed internal medicine residencies at Havering Group Hospitals in London, England and At SUNY Long College Hospital in Brooklyn. She has been appointed as Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College, Cornell University.? She has previously served as Clinical Assistant Professor, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and SUNY Brooklyn, and Medical Director, Employee Health, Long Island College Hospital, Brooklyn.

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

    • Residency: Long Island Coll Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Inst Of Med I- Yangon- Myanmar

    Is Dr. Saw board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Thazin Saw, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saw speak?

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

    • Burmese

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saw typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Saw 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. Saw. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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 D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Does Dr. Saw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saw 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. Saw accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Saw 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Saw's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    50 Court Street

    Floor 12

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

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

    Dr. Saw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396704631.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saw?

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

    What is Dr. Thazin Saw's specialty?

    Dr. Saw is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Thazin Saw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Saw is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Thazin Saw accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Thazin Saw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thazin Saw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saw's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thazin Saw?

    Please contact Dr. Saw's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thazin Saw have?

    Dr. Thazin Saw is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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