36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Menezes, Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Nelson Menezes, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Menezes completed his residency at The Brooklyn Hospital Center followed by vascular surgical fellowships at The Baptist Memorial Hospital, Memphis, TN and SUNY at Stony Brook. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, New York Society of Vascular Surgery, International Society of Endovascular Specialists, Society of Vascular Surgery, and Medical Society of the State of New York.
Dr. Menezes is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Menezes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Menezes’s office at (718) 250-6237.show less
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Menezes?
Dr. Nelson Menezes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Menezes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Carotid Endarterectomy, Endovascular Surgery, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Varicose Veins, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Menezes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Menezes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Royal College(Ireland)
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Vascular Surgery; Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals | The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Medical School: Goa Med Coll- Goa Univ- Panaji- Daman & Diu- Goa- India
Is Dr. Menezes board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Menezes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2007, American Board of Surgery since 1999
What languages does Dr. Menezes speak?
Dr. Menezes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Menezes treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Menezes 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. Menezes. 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:
- Localized Swelling
- Widespread Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
- Generalized Edema
- Full Body Swelling
- Systemic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
- R601: Generalized edema
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Left Lower Leg
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg Vein
- Venous Thromboembolism
- DVT in Left Leg
- Blood Clot in Left Lower Leg Vein
ICD-10 Codes:
- I80293: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of other deep vessels of lower extremity, bilateral
- I80292: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of other deep vessels of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD both legs pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
- Severe bilateral leg artery pain
- Right leg claudication
- PAD right leg pain with activity
- Right leg artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
- I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Unspecified Joint Disease
- Joint Disorder
- Joint Condition
- Joint Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M129: Arthropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Does Dr. Menezes accept my insurance?
Dr. Menezes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-6237 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Menezes accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Menezes in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Menezes' office located?
Physicians Pavilion
86 St. Felix Street
11th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 250-6237
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons
Member
New York Society of Vascular Surgery
Member
International Society of Endovascular Specialists
Member
Society of Vascular Surgery
Member
Medical Society of the State of New York
Member
Awards
The Water Reed Medal for professional excellence
The Distinguished Professional Award
What is Dr. Menezes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Menezes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255425948.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Menezes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Menezes
What is Dr. Nelson Menezes's specialty?
Dr. Menezes is a Vascular Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Menezes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nelson Menezes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Menezes is affiliated with The Brooklyn Hospital Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist 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
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Is Nelson Menezes accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Menezes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Menezes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Menezes's office at (718) 250-6237 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Menezes?
Please contact Dr. Menezes's office at (718) 250-6237 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Menezes have?
Dr. Nelson Menezes is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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