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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rai, Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Dinker Rai is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Rai completed his residency at Interfaith Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Rai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rai’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rai’s office at (718) 552-2070.
Where did Dr. Rai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore Medcl Colg
Is Dr. Rai board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Dinker Rai is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rai speak?
Dr. Rai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Rai treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Rai 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. Rai. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins in Other Body Areas
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Atypical Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins of Unusual Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I868: Varicose veins of other specified sites
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Other Extremity Vein Bypass Graft
- Peripheral Arterial Disease Affecting Leg Bypass Grafts
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Other Limb Vein Graft
- Poor Circulation in Other Extremity Vein Bypass
- Artery Disease in Other Limb Vein Graft
- PAD in Leg Bypass Grafts
- Hardening of Leg Bypass Arteries
- Blocked Leg Bypass Grafts
- Atherosclerosis of Leg Bypass Grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70408: Unspecified atherosclerosis of autologous vein bypass graft(s) of the extremities, other extremity
- I70509: Unspecified atherosclerosis of nonautologous biological bypass graft(s) of the extremities, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- 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 End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in Left Lower Leg
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT in Left Leg
- Blood Clot in Left Lower Leg Vein
ICD-10 Codes:
- I80292: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of other deep vessels of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Dissection
- Aneurysms
- Torn Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Dissection
- Carotid Artery Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7771: Dissection of carotid artery
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
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:
- Cholesterol Embolism in Right Leg
- Cholesterol Embolism in Leg
- Atheroembolism of Leg
- Right Lower Extremity Embolism
- Plaque Embolism in Leg
- Leg Atheroembolism
- Lower Extremity Cholesterol Embolism
- Blocked Leg Artery Cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- I75021: Atheroembolism of right lower extremity
- I75029: Atheroembolism of unspecified lower extremity
Also known as:
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Superficial Vein Inflammation
- Phlebitis
- Blood Clot in Surface Vein
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8000: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of superficial vessels of unspecified lower extremity
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke from Carotid Artery Issues
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Carotid TIA
- Carotid artery blockage symptoms
- Transient cerebral ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G451: Carotid artery syndrome (hemispheric)
Which procedures does Dr. Rai perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Dinker Rai may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rai's office.
Does Dr. Rai accept my insurance?
Dr. Rai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 552-2070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rai accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Rai in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
Metro Plus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rai's office located?
Dr. Dinker Rai's Primary Practice
1545 Atlantic Ave Ste 108
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 552-2070
What is Dr. Rai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881798486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rai
What is Dr. Dinker Rai's specialty?
Dr. Rai 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. Rai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dinker Rai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rai is affiliated with One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital Medical Center 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 Dinker Rai accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Dinker Rai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dinker Rai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rai's office at (718) 552-2070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dinker Rai?
Please contact Dr. Rai's office at (718) 552-2070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dinker Rai have?
Dr. Dinker Rai is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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