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Dr. Salwa Gerges, MD

Brooklyn, NY

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gerges, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Salwa Gerges, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gerges completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gerges is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerges’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerges’s office at (718) 283-7089.

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

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Gerges board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Salwa Gerges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gerges speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gerges treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gerges 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. Gerges. 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 Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Heart Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg artery disease
    • PAD in both legs
    • Atherosclerosis of both legs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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:

    • 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Claw Toe
    • Mallet Toe
    • Bent Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2040: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot

    Which procedures does Dr. Gerges perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Salwa Gerges may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gerges' office.

    Does Dr. Gerges accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gerges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-7089 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Gerges 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Network Solutions

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gerges' office located?

    Dr. Salwa Gerges' Primary Practice

    4721 Fort Hamilton Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

    (718) 283-7089

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    Dr. Salwa Gerges' Practice 2

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    Dr. Salwa Gerges' Practice 3

    97 Amity St

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

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

    Dr. Gerges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336109701.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerges?

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

    What is Dr. Salwa Gerges's specialty?

    Dr. Gerges is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Gerges to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salwa Gerges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gerges is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist 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 Salwa Gerges accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Salwa Gerges is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salwa Gerges offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gerges's office at (718) 283-7089 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salwa Gerges?

    Please contact Dr. Gerges's office at (718) 283-7089 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salwa Gerges have?

    Dr. Salwa Gerges is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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