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Who is Dr. Varma, Specialist in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Vikas Varma, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresh Meadows, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Varma graduated from University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools and completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neurology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Neurology; Allegheny Univ Hosps, Neurology; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Varma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varma’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varma’s office at (718) 460-1111.
Where did Dr. Varma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: North Shore Univ Hosp | University of South Florida
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neurology; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Neurology; Allegheny Univ Hosps, Neurology; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | Drexel University College of Medicine/Hahnemann University Hospital Program | Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
Is Dr. Varma board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Varma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Varma speak?
Dr. Varma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Varma treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:
- 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Ringing in Both Ears
- Tinnitus
- Bilateral Tinnitus
- Head Noise Both Sides
ICD-10 Codes:
- H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Hunchback After Back Surgery
- Post-laminectomy kyphosis
- Spinal curvature after surgery
- Kyphosis after laminectomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M963: Postlaminectomy kyphosis
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Inflammatory Polyneuropathy
- Nerve Inflammation
- Autoimmune Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6189: Other inflammatory polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
- Lumbar Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Nerve Junction Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Other Myoneural Disorders
- Specific Neuromuscular Conditions
- Muscle-Nerve Communication Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7089: Other specified myoneural disorders
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Does Dr. Varma accept my insurance?
Dr. Varma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 460-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varma accept in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Dr. Varma in Fresh Meadows, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Varma's office located?
What is Dr. Varma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306870720.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varma
What is Dr. Vikas Varma's specialty?
Dr. Varma is a Specialist near Fresh Meadows, NY. Contact Dr. Varma to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vikas Varma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Specialist?
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Is Vikas Varma accepting new patients in Fresh Meadows, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Varma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikas Varma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (718) 460-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikas Varma?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (718) 460-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vikas Varma have?
Dr. Vikas Varma is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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