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29 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thakkar, Anesthesiologist in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Nikhil Thakkar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Thakkar graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Thakkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakkar’s office at (413) 796-7494.
Where did Dr. Thakkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Municipal Med Coll- Gujarat Univ- Ahmedabad- Gujarat- India | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Thakkar board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Thakkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Thakkar speak?
Dr. Thakkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thakkar typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thakkar typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Thakkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 796-7494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakkar accept in Springfield, MA?
Dr. Thakkar in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thakkar's office located?
What is Dr. Thakkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225029838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakkar
What is Dr. Nikhil Thakkar's specialty?
Dr. Thakkar is a Anesthesiologist near Springfield, MA.
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. Nikhil Thakkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thakkar is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Holyoke Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Nikhil Thakkar accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Thakkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Thakkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (413) 796-7494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Thakkar?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (413) 796-7494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikhil Thakkar have?
Dr. Nikhil Thakkar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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