Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murthy, Neurocritical Care Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Santosh Murthy currently serves as an Associate Professor of Neurology at Weill Cornell Medical College and is also the Associate Chief of the Division of Neurocritical Care at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell. Dr. Murthy earned his medical degree from Bangalore Medical College in India. He completed his Neurology residency from Baylor College of Medicine, where he also served as chief resident. He subsequently went on to do a fellowship in Neurocritical Care at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also has a Masters in Public Health from the University of Texas. Dr. Murthy is board certified in ?Neurology. He is the author of numerous publications and the recipient of several awards and scholarships.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Murthy speak?
Dr. Murthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Murthy typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Murthy in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?
Neurology - Upper East Side
520 East 70th Street
Starr Pavilion, 607
New York, NY 10021
What is Dr. Murthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861626962.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murthy
What is Dr. Santosh Murthy's specialty?
Dr. Murthy is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Santosh Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murthy is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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
When to see a Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Santosh Murthy accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santosh Murthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santosh Murthy?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Neurocritical Care Specialist Near New York, NY
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Stroke, Critical Care, and Neurohospitalist Program
520 East 70th Street
New York, NY 10021
Accepting patientsDr. Bruce Greenwald, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified.
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center
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New York, NY 10065
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