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Who is Dr. Gunasekaran, Surgeon in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gunasekaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunasekaran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunasekaran’s office at (212) 241-8035.
Is Dr. Gunasekaran board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gunasekaran speak?
Dr. Gunasekaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunasekaran treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gunasekaran 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. Gunasekaran. 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Disease
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreas Disorder
- Pancreatic Condition
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K869: Disease of pancreas, unspecified
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
What procedures does Dr. Gunasekaran perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gunasekaran 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. Gunasekaran. 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:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Liver Removal Surgery
- Partial Hepatectomy
- Liver Lobectomy
- Liver Resection
CPT Codes:
- 47120: Hepatectomy, resection of liver; partial lobectomy
Also known as:
- Whipple Procedure
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Whipple operation
- Pancreas cancer surgery
- Pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy
CPT Codes:
- 48150: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with total duodenectomy, partial gastrectomy, choledochoenterostomy and gastrojejunostomy (Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Partial Pancreas Removal
- Distal Pancreatectomy
- Partial Pancreas Resection
- Pancreas Tail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 48140: Pancreatectomy, distal subtotal, with or without splenectomy; without pancreaticojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
- Wedge Liver Biopsy
- Surgical Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Tumor Removal
- Extrahepatic Bile Duct Excision
- Bile Duct Tumor Resection
- Cholangiocarcinoma Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47711: Excision of bile duct tumor, with or without primary repair of bile duct; extrahepatic
Also known as:
- Abdominal Lymph Node Dissection
- Regional Lymphadenectomy
- Celiac Lymph Node Removal
- Peripancreatic Lymph Node Excision
CPT Codes:
- 38747: Abdominal lymphadenectomy, regional, including celiac, gastric, portal, peripancreatic, with or without para-aortic and vena caval nodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Adhesion Removal
- Lysis of Adhesions
- Laparoscopic Salpingolysis
- Laparoscopic Ovariolysis
- Pelvic Adhesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58660: Laparoscopy, surgical; with lysis of adhesions (salpingolysis, ovariolysis) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Direct Repair of Blood Vessel in the Abdomen
- Abdominal Blood Vessel Repair
- Intra-Abdominal Vascular Repair
- Open Abdominal Blood Vessel Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 35221: Repair Blood Vessel, Direct; Intra-Abdominal
Does Dr. Gunasekaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunasekaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8035 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunasekaran accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Gunasekaran in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gunasekaran's office located?
Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran's Primary Practice
13516 Roosevelt Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
(212) 241-8035
What is Dr. Gunasekaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunasekaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568624534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunasekaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunasekaran
What is Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran's specialty?
Dr. Gunasekaran is a Surgeon near Flushing, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Gunasekaran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunasekaran is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau, Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai West, BronxCare Health System 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
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Is Ganesh Gunasekaran accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekaran's office at (212) 241-8035 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ganesh Gunasekaran?
Please contact Dr. Gunasekaran's office at (212) 241-8035 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran have?
Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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