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Dr. Sandhya Makkapati, MD

Anesthesiologist

Newark, NJ

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Makkapati, Anesthesiologist in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Sandhya Makkapati, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Makkapati completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatric Anesthesiology; Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology; Overlook Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Makkapati is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makkapati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makkapati’s office at (973) 877-5034.

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

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatric Anesthesiology; Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology; Overlook Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Makkapati board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sandhya Makkapati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Makkapati speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Makkapati typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Makkapati 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. Makkapati. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Makkapati typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Makkapati performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Makkapati. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Makkapati accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makkapati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 877-5034 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makkapati accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Makkapati in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Total Plan Concepts

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    Where is Dr. Makkapati's office located?

    Dr. Sandhya Makkapati's Primary Practice

    111 Central Ave

    Newark, NJ 07102

    (973) 877-5034

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    Dr. Sandhya Makkapati's Practice 2

    97 W Parkway

    Pompton Plains, NJ 07444

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

    Dr. Makkapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780687806.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makkapati?

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

    What is Dr. Sandhya Makkapati's specialty?

    Dr. Makkapati is an Anesthesiologist near Newark, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Sandhya Makkapati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Makkapati is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton 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

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    Is Dr. Sandhya Makkapati accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Sandhya Makkapati is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sandhya Makkapati offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makkapati's office at (973) 877-5034 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sandhya Makkapati?

    Please contact Dr. Makkapati's office at (973) 877-5034 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Makkapati's office located?

    Dr. Makkapati's offices are located in Newark, NJ and Pompton Plains, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sandhya Makkapati have?

    Dr. Sandhya Makkapati is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.