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Who is Dr. Upadhyayula, Anesthesiologist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Upadhyayula graduated from Kakatiya Medical College and completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Pain Management; Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Upadhyayula is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Upadhyayula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Upadhyayula’s office at (718) 544-1171.
Where did Dr. Upadhyayula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Pain Management; Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery | St Vincent Hospital Program
Medical School: Kakatiya Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Warrangal- Ap- India | Kakatiya Medical College
Is Dr. Upadhyayula board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Upadhyayula speak?
Dr. Upadhyayula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Upadhyayula typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Upadhyayula 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. Upadhyayula. 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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Upadhyayula typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Upadhyayula 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. Upadhyayula. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Upadhyayula accept my insurance?
Dr. Upadhyayula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 544-1171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Upadhyayula accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Upadhyayula in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Upadhyayula's office located?
Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula's Primary Practice
10818 72nd Ave Ste 1
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 544-1171
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula?
Dr. Upadhyayula has appointments available at his Forest Hills, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Upadhyayula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Upadhyayula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831100130.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Upadhyayula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Upadhyayula
What is Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula's specialty?
Dr. Upadhyayula is a Anesthesiologist near Forest Hills, NY.
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 this Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Upadhyayula is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sekhar Upadhyayula accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Upadhyayula, or call (718) 544-1171 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sekhar Upadhyayula?
Please contact Dr. Upadhyayula's office at (718) 544-1171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula have?
Dr. Sekhar Upadhyayula is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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