30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Turaif, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Najat Turaif, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Turaif graduated from Arabian Gulf University, College Of Medicine and Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is a member of the americam medical assossiation societ of nuclear medicine NYSMS. Dr. Turaif is fluent in English, Arabic, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turaif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turaif’s office.
Where did Dr. Turaif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital - GME Office | Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital | Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Brigham and Women's Hospital | SUNY, University at Buffalo Affiliated Hospitals | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Arabian Gulf University, College Of Medicine and Medical Sciences | Arabian Gulf University, College Of Medicine and Medical Sciences | Foreign
Is Dr. Turaif board certified in Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Najat Turaif, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine
What languages does Dr. Turaif speak?
Dr. Turaif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Turaif treat?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turaif 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. Turaif. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
- Cardiac Arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I219: Acute myocardial infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Turaif perform as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?
As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Najat Turaif may include:
- Abdominal Nuclear Medicine Study
- Brain Perfusion Scan
- Gastric Emptying Scan
- Glucose Metabolic Imaging - FDG
- Hepatobiliary Imaging
- Iodine Treatment
- Nuclear Medicine Consultation
- Nuclear Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turaif's office.
Does Dr. Turaif accept my insurance?
Dr. Turaif 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. Turaif accept in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Turaif in Cheektowaga, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independent Health
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Medicare
Molina
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Turaif's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
americam medical assossiation societ of nuclear medicine NYSMS
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What is Dr. Turaif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turaif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669438446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turaif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turaif
What is Dr. Najat Turaif's specialty?
Dr. Turaif is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Cheektowaga, NY. Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones. Contact Dr. Turaif to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Najat Turaif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Turaif is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ecmc Health Campus. 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
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Is Najat Turaif accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?
Yes, Dr. Najat Turaif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Najat Turaif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turaif's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Najat Turaif?
Please contact Dr. Turaif's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Najat Turaif have?
Dr. Najat Turaif is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.
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