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41 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Akhnoukh, Internist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Akhnoukh graduated from University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akhnoukh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akhnoukh’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akhnoukh’s office at (718) 459-0400.
Where did Dr. Akhnoukh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | NORTH GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Cairo- Fac Of Med- Cairo- Egypt | Kasr Alainy / Cairo University | University Of Cairo Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Akhnoukh board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akhnoukh speak?
Dr. Akhnoukh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akhnoukh typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akhnoukh 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. Akhnoukh. 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
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:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akhnoukh typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh 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. Akhnoukh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akhnoukh accept my insurance?
Dr. Akhnoukh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 459-0400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akhnoukh accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Akhnoukh in Forest Hills, 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)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Akhnoukh's office located?
Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh's Primary Practice
9610 Metropolitan Ave
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 459-0400
What is Dr. Akhnoukh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akhnoukh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245293935.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akhnoukh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akhnoukh
What is Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh's specialty?
Dr. Akhnoukh is a Internist near Forest Hills, 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. Afaf Akhnoukh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akhnoukh 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Afaf Akhnoukh accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akhnoukh's office at (718) 459-0400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afaf Akhnoukh?
Please contact Dr. Akhnoukh's office at (718) 459-0400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh have?
Dr. Afaf Akhnoukh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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