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 experience to his practice, demonstrating a deep commitment to patient care developed over nearly five decades in medicine.

Dr. Basir practices at NYC Health + Hospitals Lincoln in the Bronx, New York, where he focuses on treating patients with respiratory conditions including asthma and COPD with related health complications. He performs specialized lung function tests and bronchodilator reversibility testing to help diagnose and monitor breathing disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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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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Speaks Spanish, Portuguese, English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, French
Bronx , NYNew York , NYNew York , NYMount Vernon , NY
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF BAGHDAD Med School: Universidad De La Republica Facultad De Medicina Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Tehran University School of Medicine
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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.
Is Dr. Riyad Basir accepting new patients?
Dr. Riyad Basir has not indicated that they accept new patients. 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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Riyad Basir affiliated with?
Dr. Riyad Basir is affiliated with Nyc Health Hospitals Lincoln.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Riyad Basir?
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