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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sekar, Thoracic Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Rajesh Sekar, MD, PHD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Sekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sekar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sekar’s office at (414) 476-3501.
What languages does Dr. Sekar speak?
Dr. Sekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Sekar typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Sekar 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. Sekar. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Sekar typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Rajesh Sekar may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Sekar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 476-3501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sekar accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Sekar in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sekar's office located?
What is Dr. Sekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386914265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sekar
What is Dr. Rajesh Sekar's specialty?
Dr. Sekar is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.
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. Rajesh Sekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sekar is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rajesh Sekar accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Sekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajesh Sekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sekar's office at (414) 476-3501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajesh Sekar?
Please contact Dr. Sekar's office at (414) 476-3501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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