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Dr. Makoto Mori, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mori, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Makoto Mori, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mori is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mori’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mori’s office at (212) 305-4134.

    What languages does Dr. Mori speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Mori typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mori 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. Mori. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    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:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Mori typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mori 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. Mori. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Starting ECMO Life Support (Veno-Arterial)
    • ECMO initiation
    • Veno-arterial ECLS
    • Heart-lung bypass setup
    • Extracorporeal life support

    CPT Codes:

    • 33947: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; initiation, veno-arterial

    Also known as:

    • ECMO Cannula Insertion (Peripheral)
    • Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
    • ECLS Cannula Placement
    • Life Support Cannula

    CPT Codes:

    • 33952: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; insertion of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), percutaneous, 6 years and older (includes fluoroscopic guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • ECMO Cannula Removal (Percutaneous)
    • Extracorporeal Life Support Decannulation
    • Peripheral ECMO Cannula Removal
    • ECMO Weaning Procedure
    • Life Support Tube Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33966: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; removal of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), percutaneous, 6 years and older

    Also known as:

    • Chest Exploration for Post-Surgery Bleeding or Infection
    • Postoperative Chest Exploration
    • Chest Hemorrhage Exploration
    • Thoracic Infection Check

    CPT Codes:

    • 35820: Exploration for postoperative hemorrhage, thrombosis or infection; chest

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Heart Pump Insertion (VAD)
    • Ventricular Assist Device Implantation
    • VAD Surgery
    • Artificial Heart Pump

    CPT Codes:

    • 33979: Insertion of ventricular assist device, implantable intracorporeal, single ventricle

    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:

    • Chest Cavity Exploration (Mediastinotomy)
    • Mediastinal Exploration
    • Chest Biopsy (Mediastinum)
    • Foreign Body Removal from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 39010: Mediastinotomy with exploration, drainage, removal of foreign body, or biopsy; transthoracic approach, including either transthoracic or median sternotomy

    Does Dr. Mori accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mori accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-4134 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mori accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Mori in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mori's office located?

    Dr. Makoto Mori's Primary Practice

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 305-4134

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    Dr. Makoto Mori's Practice 2

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

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    Dr. Makoto Mori's Practice 3

    800 Howard Ave

    New Haven, CT 06519

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

    Dr. Mori's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275915803.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mori?

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

    What is Dr. Makoto Mori's specialty?

    Dr. Mori is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Makoto Mori affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mori is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Makoto Mori accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Makoto Mori is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Makoto Mori offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mori's office at (212) 305-4134 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Makoto Mori?

    Please contact Dr. Mori's office at (212) 305-4134 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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