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Dr. Rahul Sharma, MD

Dr. Rahul Sharma, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New York, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Rahul Sharma, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharma graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New York University. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PHYSICIANS OF INDIAN ORIGIN, and AMERICAN ACADEMY OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (212) 746-0780.

    Where did Dr. Sharma go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York University | Nyu

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sharma board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rahul Sharma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine since 2006

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rahul Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 746-0780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sharma in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Emergency Medicine M130

    525 E 68th St # M130

    New York, NY 10065

    (212) 746-0780

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS

    • Member of AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

    • Member of ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PHYSICIANS OF INDIAN ORIGIN

    • Member of AMERICAN ACADEMY OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE

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

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992729073.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

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

    What is Dr. Rahul Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is an 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 Dr. Rahul Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Mount Sinai West 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rahul Sharma accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rahul Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rahul Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (212) 746-0780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rahul Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (212) 746-0780 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Sharma's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rahul Sharma have?

    Dr. Rahul Sharma is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.