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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. Dr. Somwaru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somwaru’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Somwaru typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Somwaru typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Somwaru 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Planned Tracheostomy
- Tracheotomy
- Surgical Airway Creation
- Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
- Neck Airway Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);
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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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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.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Brandon Somwaru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somwaru is affiliated with Mount Sinai West, The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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