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Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran, MD

Surgeon

Flushing, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Gunasekaran typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Gunasekaran typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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)

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran's Practice 2

    1436 Broadway

    Hewlett, NY 11557

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    Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran's Practice 3

    5 E 98th St

    New York, NY 10029

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    What is Dr. Gunasekaran's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran?

    Please contact Dr. Gunasekaran's office at (212) 241-8035 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gunasekaran's office located?

    Dr. Gunasekaran's offices are located in Flushing, NY, Hewlett, NY, and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran have?

    Dr. Ganesh Gunasekaran is certified by the American Board of Surgery.