Summary

Dr. Riyad Basir is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Baghdad and brings 47 years of clinical experience to his practice. His extensive background spans nearly five decades of caring for patients with complex medical conditions.

Dr. Basir is affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and practices in the Bronx, New York. He focuses on treating patients with respiratory conditions including asthma and COPD with accompanying health complications. His procedural expertise includes pulmonary function testing and bronchodilator reversibility testing to evaluate lung health. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 47 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIVERSITY OF BAGHDAD
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lincoln Medical Center

234 E 149th StBronx, NY 10451

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.1 
47 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi Speaks English, Arabic, Spanish
Bronx , NYNew York , NYFairfield , NJBROOKLYN , NY
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF BAGHDAD Med School: Maulana Azad Medical College Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College Med School: Alexandria University, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Riyad Jamil Basir

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • CenterLight Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Riyad Jamil Basir has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Riyad Jamil Basir has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF BAGHDADGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Riyad Basir's office located?
Dr. Riyad Basir's office is located at 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY, 10451.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Riyad Basir?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Riyad Basir affiliated with?
Dr. Riyad Basir is affiliated with Nyc Health Hospitals Lincoln.
Does Dr. Riyad Basir accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Riyad Basir has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Riyad Basir accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Riyad Basir accepts on their Vitals profile.

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