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Dr. Rakesh Dua, MD

Brooklyn, NY

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dua, Pediatrician in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Rakesh Dua, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Dua graduated from Lady Hardinge Medical College and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Dua is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dua’s office at (718) 968-2534.

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

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Coll Of Med Scis- University Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Lady Hardinge Medical College | Butler University in Indianapolis

    Is Dr. Dua board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Rakesh Dua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dua speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    What conditions does Dr. Dua treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dua 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. Dua. 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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    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:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Tobacco Cessation Counseling
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Harms of Cigarette Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting
    • Smoking cessation counseling
    • Quitting tobacco support
    • Nicotine addiction counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z716: Tobacco abuse counseling

    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:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Laryngopharyngitis
    • Common Cold
    • Throat and Voice Box Inflammation
    • Upper Throat Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J060: Acute laryngopharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Which procedures does Dr. Dua perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Rakesh Dua may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dua's office.

    Does Dr. Dua accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dua accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 968-2534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Dua in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • MetroPlus

    • Molina

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

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    Where is Dr. Dua's office located?

    Dr. Rakesh Dua's Primary Practice

    2035 Ralph Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

    (718) 968-2534

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rakesh Dua?

    Dr. Dua has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Dua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063478204.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dua?

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

    What is Dr. Rakesh Dua's specialty?

    Dr. Dua is a Pediatrician near Brooklyn, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Dua to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rakesh Dua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dua is affiliated with One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Rakesh Dua accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rakesh Dua is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rakesh Dua offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dua, or call (718) 968-2534 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Dua?

    Please contact Dr. Dua's office at (718) 968-2534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Dua have?

    Dr. Rakesh Dua is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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