BS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Somwaru, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Brandon Somwaru, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Somwaru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somwaru’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somwaru’s office at (973) 754-2000.
What languages does Dr. Somwaru speak?
Dr. Somwaru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Somwaru treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Somwaru 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. Somwaru. 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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
- Circulatory collapse
- Systemic shock
- Acute circulatory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
- R578: Other shock
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Somwaru perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Brandon Somwaru may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Somwaru's office.
Does Dr. Somwaru accept my insurance?
Dr. Somwaru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 754-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somwaru accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Somwaru in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Somwaru's office located?
Dr. Brandon Somwaru's Primary Practice
1111 Amsterdam Ave
New York, NY 10025
(973) 754-2000
What is Dr. Somwaru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somwaru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902469646.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somwaru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somwaru
What is Dr. Brandon Somwaru's specialty?
Dr. Somwaru is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Somwaru to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brandon Somwaru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somwaru is affiliated with Mount Sinai West 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Brandon Somwaru accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brandon Somwaru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brandon Somwaru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somwaru's office at (973) 754-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brandon Somwaru?
Please contact Dr. Somwaru's office at (973) 754-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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