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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diwan, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Sudhir Diwan, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Diwan completed his residency at St. Luke's/ Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University. Dr. Diwan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diwan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diwan’s office at (212) 353-3505.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Diwan?
Dr. Sudhir Diwan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Anesthesiologist 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. Diwan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Knee & Shoulder Pain, Pain - Cancer, Pain-after Spinal Intervention, Pain-Musculoskeletal, Pain-Neuropathic, Pain-Spine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Diwan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Diwan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York Presbyterian Hospital | St. Luke's/ Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University
Residency: St. Luke's/ Roosevelt Hospital Center, Columbia University | Sheth K.M. School pf Postgraduate Medicine and Research
Medical School: Gujarat University Ahmedabad India | Smt. N.H.L. Medical College,Gujarat,India | Sheth K.M. School of Postgraduate Medicine and Research | American Board of Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Diwan board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sudhir Diwan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology since 2010, American Board of Pain Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Diwan speak?
Dr. Diwan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Diwan treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Diwan 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. Diwan. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Back Pars Defect
- Lumbar Spondylolysis
- Lower Back Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4306: Spondylolysis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
- Thoracic Radiculopathy
- Upper Back Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Diwan perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Diwan 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. Diwan. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Heat Treatment for Back Pain Nerve (Basivertebral Nerve)
- Basivertebral nerve ablation
- Intraosseous nerve destruction
- Radiofrequency ablation for back pain
- Vertebral nerve thermal destruction
CPT Codes:
- 64628: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; first 2 vertebral bodies, lumbar or sacral
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Diwan accept my insurance?
Dr. Diwan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 353-3505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diwan accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Diwan in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Diwan's office located?
Dr. Sudhir Diwan's Primary Practice
115 E 57th St Ste 610
New York, NY 10022
(212) 353-3505
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 18 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
78% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Sudhir Diwan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Diwan has been rated and reviewed by 18 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Diwan, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsRecognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Awards
Physician of the Year
NYPH
Top Doctor of Metropolitan Area
Castle Connolly Medical
America's Top Doctors
Castle Connolly Medical
Best Doctor in New York
Castle Connolly Medical
America's Top Doctors for Cancer Pain
Castle Connolly Medical
Top Doctors in the Nation- Pain Management
US News and World Report
70 Best Pain Physicians in America
Becker's Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management Review
25 Great Physicians in New York
Becker's Orthopedic, Spine and Pain Management Review
Clinical Excellence Award
West Virginia Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Outstanding Contribution to the Field of Pain Management
New York and New Jersey Societies of Inverventional Pain Physicians
Dedicated Service and Efforts without Boundaries Appreciation Award
New York State Society Award by ASIPP
Award of Outstanding Advocacy
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Distinguished Service Award
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Publications
Diwan S. Comparative study of Operative line of Treatment of Incisional Hernia
S. Diwan , November 1982
In vitro response of Bovine liver to Nd: YAG Laserthermia
Journal of Clinical Laser Medicine and Surgery, August 1990
What is Dr. Diwan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diwan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861402786.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diwan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diwan
What is Dr. Sudhir Diwan's specialty?
Dr. Diwan is a Anesthesiologist near New York, NY. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Diwan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sudhir Diwan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diwan is affiliated with Lenox Hill 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 Sudhir Diwan accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sudhir Diwan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sudhir Diwan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diwan's office at (212) 353-3505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sudhir Diwan?
Please contact Dr. Diwan's office at (212) 353-3505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sudhir Diwan have?
Dr. Sudhir Diwan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pain Medicine .
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