Summary

Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing 18 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Muchiteni is fluent in Arabic, English, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Muchiteni is affiliated with NewYork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center and sees patients at ColumbiaDoctors locations in Monroe and Suffern, New York. He focuses on treating high cholesterol, including elevated cholesterol levels in children and teenagers, as well as high blood pressure. His expertise includes performing heart function tests such as electrocardiograms and advanced heart imaging studies called echocardiograms to evaluate cardiovascular health.

Overview based on verified provider data

Office Locations

Dr. Tshaka Tapuwa Muchiteni has 2 locations

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Arabic, English, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 3 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tshaka Tapuwa Muchiteni

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Amida Care
  • Cigna
  • ElderServe
  • Emblem/GHI
  • Emblem/Hip
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthplus
  • Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Fidelis Care
  • Healthfirst
  • Healthspring (Cigna Medicare)
  • Local 1199
  • Magnacare (National)
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • MVP Health Care
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • VNSNY CHOICE
  • Wellcare
  • World Trade Center Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Tshaka Tapuwa Muchiteni has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tshaka Tapuwa Muchiteni has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Tshaka Tapuwa Muchiteni holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Montefiore Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Muchiteni's NPI number is 1740449628.

Other Providers at NewYork-Presbyterian

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni's office located?
Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni's office is located at 26 Indian Rock, Suffern, NY, 10901.
What languages does Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni speak?
Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni speaks Arabic, English, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish.
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Does Dr. Tshaka Muchiteni accept my insurance?
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