28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Anyanwu, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Anyanwu graduated from University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine and completed his residency at Hammersmith Hospital. Dr. Anyanwu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anyanwu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anyanwu’s office at (212) 659-6811.
Where did Dr. Anyanwu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hammersmith Hospital | HAREFIELD HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine | University of Nigeria, Fac of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Anyanwu speak?
Dr. Anyanwu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Anyanwu typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Anyanwu 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. Anyanwu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Anyanwu typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Anyanwu 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. Anyanwu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac Transplant
- New Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33945: Heart transplant, with or without recipient cardiectomy
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Removal
- ICD Pulse Generator Removal
- Implantable Defibrillator Explant
- Defibrillator Battery Removal
- Heart Defibrillator Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Implantable Heart Pump Insertion (VAD)
- Ventricular Assist Device Implantation
- VAD Surgery
- Artificial Heart Pump
CPT Codes:
- 33979: Insertion of ventricular assist device, implantable intracorporeal, single ventricle
Also known as:
- Removal of Ventricular Assist Device (VAD)
- VAD Explantation
- Heart Pump Removal
- Single Ventricle Assist Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33980: Removal of ventricular assist device, implantable intracorporeal, single ventricle
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Harvest for Heart Bypass
- Upper Extremity Artery Harvest
- Artery Graft Procurement
- Coronary Bypass Graft Harvesting
- Radial Artery Harvest
CPT Codes:
- 35600: Harvest of upper extremity artery, 1 segment, for coronary artery bypass procedure, open
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Assist Device Placement
- Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Insertion
- ECMO for Heart Failure
- External Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33975: Insertion of ventricular assist device; extracorporeal, single ventricle
Also known as:
- ECMO Cannula Insertion (Peripheral)
- Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
- ECLS Cannula Placement
- Life Support Cannula
CPT Codes:
- 33952: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; insertion of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), percutaneous, 6 years and older (includes fluoroscopic guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Anyanwu accept my insurance?
Dr. Anyanwu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 659-6811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Anyanwu accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Anyanwu in New York, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Anyanwu's office located?
What is Dr. Anyanwu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Anyanwu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205869765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anyanwu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Anyanwu
What is Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu's specialty?
Dr. Anyanwu is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Anyanwu is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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
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Is Anelechi Anyanwu accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anelechi Anyanwu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Anyanwu's office at (212) 659-6811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anelechi Anyanwu?
Please contact Dr. Anyanwu's office at (212) 659-6811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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