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Dr. Gary Stephens, MD

Dr. Gary Stephens, MD

Brooklyn, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephens, Thoracic Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Gary Stephens, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Stephens graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Stephens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephens’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephens’s office at (718) 283-8773.

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

    • Fellowship: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

    • Residency: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Brooklyn Hospital Center-Downtown Campus | Brooklyn Hospital Center

    • Medical School: Gandhi Med Coll, Bhopal University, Bhopal, Mp, India | Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences | Osmania Medical College | Gandhi Med College

    Is Dr. Stephens board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Stephens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Stephens speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Stephens treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does Dr. Stephens perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Stephens 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. Stephens. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization
    • Heart Bypass Surgery
    • CABG Surgery
    • Open Heart Bypass

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Mitral Valve Replacement with Heart-Lung Machine
    • Open Mitral Valve Replacement
    • Mitral Valve Surgery with Bypass
    • Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33430: Replacement, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass

    Does Dr. Stephens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-8773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephens accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Stephens in Brooklyn, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Stephens' office located?

    Dr. Gary Stephens' Primary Practice

    1545 Atlantic Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11213

    (718) 283-8773

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    Dr. Gary Stephens' Practice 2

    1 Brookdale Plz Ste 222

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

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    Dr. Gary Stephens' Practice 3

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gary Stephens?

    Dr. Stephens has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Stephens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386750289.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephens?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Stephens's specialty?

    Dr. Stephens is a Thoracic Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Stephens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Stephens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stephens is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn) 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

    Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?

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    Is Gary Stephens accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Stephens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Stephens offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephens, or call (718) 283-8773 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Stephens?

    Please contact Dr. Stephens's office at (718) 283-8773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Stephens have?

    Dr. Gary Stephens is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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