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29 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakr, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Ashraf Sakr, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Sakr completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Anesthesiology; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Sakr is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakr’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakr’s office at (732) 444-8888.
Where did Dr. Sakr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Anesthesiology; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Flushing Hospital Med Center
Medical School: Zagazig University, Benha Faculty of Medicine, Benha, Egypt
Is Dr. Sakr board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Sakr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sakr speak?
Dr. Sakr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sakr typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sakr 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. Sakr. 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:
- 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 Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sakr typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sakr 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. Sakr. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Lumbar Disc Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Decompression
- Endoscopic Discectomy
- Lumbar Foraminotomy
- Herniated Disc Surgery (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 62380: Endoscopic decompression of spinal cord, nerve root(s), including laminotomy, partial facetectomy, foraminotomy, discectomy and/or excision of herniated intervertebral disc, 1 interspace, lumbar
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Removal and Nerve Decompression
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy
- Cervical Spine Decompression
- Neck Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63075: Discectomy, anterior, with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s), including osteophytectomy; cervical, single interspace
Does Dr. Sakr accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 444-8888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakr accept in Jersey City, NJ?
Dr. Sakr in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Plan Administrators
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEICO
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
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What hospitals are Dr. Sakr affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sakr has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Englewood Hospital,Englewood, NJ
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Englewood Hospital,Englewood, NJ
Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center,Edison, NJRanked Mastectomy
Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center,Edison, NJ
Ranked Mastectomy
Carewell Health Medical Center,East Orange, NJ
Carewell Health Medical Center,East Orange, NJ
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ashraf Sakr?
Dr. Sakr has appointments available at his Jersey City, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sakr's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679655385.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakr
What is Dr. Ashraf Sakr's specialty?
Dr. Sakr is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Jersey City, NJ.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is Dr. Ashraf Sakr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakr is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Ashraf Sakr accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ashraf Sakr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashraf Sakr offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sakr, or call (732) 444-8888 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ashraf Sakr?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sakr, or call (732) 444-8888 for more information.
Where is Dr. Sakr's office located?
Dr. Sakr's offices are located in Jersey City, NJ, New Brunswick, NJ, and Hamilton, NJ.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashraf Sakr have?
Dr. Ashraf Sakr is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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