Dr. Roma Tickoo, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Brooklyn, NY

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tickoo, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

Dr. Roma Tickoo, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Tickoo graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed her residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and Flushing Hospital Medical Center. Dr. Tickoo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tickoo’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tickoo’s office at (626) 256-4673.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tickoo?

Dr. Roma Tickoo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tickoo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cancer Palliative Care, End of Life Care, Pain - Cancer, Pain-Chronic, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Tickoo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Fellowship: N.Y.U. Medical Center School of Medicine | Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and Flushing Hospital Medical Center | Flushing Hospital Medical Center Program
Medical School: Agartala Government Medical College

Is Dr. Tickoo board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

Yes, Dr. Roma Tickoo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Tickoo speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Tickoo typically treat?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Tickoo 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. Tickoo. 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:

Cancer pain
Cancer--Living with Cancer
Pain
Cancer Pain
Cancer Pain (PDQ)
Pain from cancer
Tumor pain
Neoplasm pain

ICD-10 Codes:

G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Tickoo typically perform?

As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Roma Tickoo may include:

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

Does Dr. Tickoo accept my insurance?

Dr. Tickoo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Tickoo accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

Top Insurances

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
Cigna
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Healthfirst New York
MultiPlan
Oxford Health Plans
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Tickoo's office located?

Dr. Roma Tickoo's Primary Practice

374 Stockholm St

Brooklyn, NY 11237

(626) 256-4673

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Dr. Roma Tickoo's Practice 2

1275 York Ave

New York, NY 10065

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What hospitals are Dr. Tickoo affiliated with?

Dr. Tickoo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Wyckoff Heights Medical Center,Brooklyn, NY

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

Dr. Tickoo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326235995.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tickoo?

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

What is Dr. Roma Tickoo's specialty?

Dr. Tickoo is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

Is Dr. Roma Tickoo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tickoo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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