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Dr. Sima Pendharkar, MD

Brooklyn, NY

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    Who is Dr. Pendharkar, Hospitalist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Sima Pendharkar, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pendharkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pendharkar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pendharkar’s office at (212) 523-5918.

    What languages does Dr. Pendharkar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pendharkar treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pendharkar 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. Pendharkar. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rhabdomyolysis
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Breakdown
    • Acute Muscle Injury
    • Myoglobinuria

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6282: Rhabdomyolysis

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Pendharkar perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sima Pendharkar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pendharkar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pendharkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 523-5918 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pendharkar in Brooklyn, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pendharkar's office located?

    Dr. Sima Pendharkar also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Sima Pendharkar's Primary Practice

    85 Pierrepont St

    Brooklyn, NY 11201

    (212) 523-5918

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    Dr. Sima Pendharkar's Practice 2

    134 Homer Ave

    Cortland, NY 13045

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    Dr. Sima Pendharkar's Practice 3

    1 Guthrie Dr

    Corning, NY 14830

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

    Dr. Pendharkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790945277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pendharkar?

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

    What is Dr. Sima Pendharkar's specialty?

    Dr. Pendharkar is a Hospitalist near Brooklyn, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Pendharkar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sima Pendharkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pendharkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Sima Pendharkar accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sima Pendharkar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sima Pendharkar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pendharkar's office at (212) 523-5918 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sima Pendharkar?

    Please contact Dr. Pendharkar's office at (212) 523-5918 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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