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Dr. Shankar Sadhwani, MD

Elmhurst, NY

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sadhwani, Internist in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Shankar Sadhwani, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sadhwani graduated from Gajraraja Medical College and completed his residency at Cath M C-St John'S Queens Hp, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sadhwani is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sadhwani’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sadhwani’s office at (718) 898-9154.

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

    • Residency: Cath M C-St John'S Queens Hp, Internal Medicine; Med Coll Of Pa & Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Pennsylvania Program

    • Medical School: G R Med Coll, Jiwaji University, Gwalior, Mp, India | Gajraraja Medical College

    Is Dr. Sadhwani board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar Sadhwani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sadhwani speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Sadhwani treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Sadhwani 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. Sadhwani. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Which procedures does Dr. Sadhwani perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shankar Sadhwani may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sadhwani's office.

    Does Dr. Sadhwani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sadhwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 898-9154 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sadhwani accept in Elmhurst, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • VNSNY Choice

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    Where is Dr. Sadhwani's office located?

    Dr. Shankar Sadhwani's Primary Practice

    8635 Queens Blvd Ste 2G

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 898-9154

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    Dr. Shankar Sadhwani's Practice 2

    10201 66th Rd

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

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

    Dr. Sadhwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720186414.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sadhwani?

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

    What is Dr. Shankar Sadhwani's specialty?

    Dr. Sadhwani is a Internist near Elmhurst, NY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Sadhwani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shankar Sadhwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sadhwani is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shankar Sadhwani accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar Sadhwani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shankar Sadhwani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sadhwani's office at (718) 898-9154 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shankar Sadhwani?

    Please contact Dr. Sadhwani's office at (718) 898-9154 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shankar Sadhwani have?

    Dr. Shankar Sadhwani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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