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Dr. Saraswati Pokharel, MD
Buffalo, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pokharel, Anatomic Pathologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Saraswati Pokharel, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Pokharel is fluent in English, Dutch, and Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pokharel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pokharel’s office at (716) 845-2300.
Is Dr. Pokharel board certified in Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Saraswati Pokharel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Pokharel speak?
Dr. Pokharel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Dutch
English
Flemish
What conditions does Dr. Pokharel treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Pokharel 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. Pokharel. 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.
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Urine Cell Test
- Urinalysis
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine cytology
- Abnormal urine histology
- Cells in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R8289: Other abnormal findings on cytological and histological examination of urine
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal History of Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Past bladder cancer
- Previous urinary bladder malignancy
- History of bladder tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8551: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of bladder
Which procedures does Dr. Pokharel perform as a Anatomic Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Saraswati Pokharel may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pokharel's office.
Does Dr. Pokharel accept my insurance?
Dr. Pokharel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pokharel accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Pokharel in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Pokharel's office located?
Dr. Saraswati Pokharel's Primary Practice
Elm and Carlton St
Buffalo, NY 14263
(716) 845-2300
What is Dr. Pokharel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pokharel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073734943.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pokharel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pokharel
What is Dr. Saraswati Pokharel's specialty?
Dr. Pokharel is a Anatomic Pathologist near Buffalo, NY. A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease. Contact Dr. Pokharel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saraswati Pokharel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pokharel is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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
Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist?
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Is Saraswati Pokharel accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Saraswati Pokharel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saraswati Pokharel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pokharel's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saraswati Pokharel?
Please contact Dr. Pokharel's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saraswati Pokharel have?
Dr. Saraswati Pokharel is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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