26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Strachan, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Glenis Strachan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Strachan graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Strachan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Strachan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Strachan’s office at (718) 240-0516.
Where did Dr. Strachan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Internal Medicine | SUNY Health Science Center Brooklyn
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Strachan board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Glenis Strachan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Strachan speak?
Dr. Strachan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Strachan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Strachan 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. Strachan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Strachan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Glenis Strachan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Strachan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Strachan accept my insurance?
Dr. Strachan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-0516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Strachan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Strachan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Strachan's office located?
What is Dr. Strachan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Strachan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538120001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Strachan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Strachan
What is Dr. Glenis Strachan's specialty?
Dr. Strachan 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. Glenis Strachan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Strachan is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, The Mount Sinai Hospital, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn), The Brooklyn Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Glenis Strachan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Glenis Strachan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glenis Strachan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Strachan's office at (718) 240-0516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Glenis Strachan?
Please contact Dr. Strachan's office at (718) 240-0516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Glenis Strachan have?
Dr. Glenis Strachan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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