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Dr. Prakash Paragi, MD

Dr. Prakash Paragi, MD

Jersey City, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paragi, Surgeon in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Prakash Paragi, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jersey City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Paragi is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paragi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paragi’s office.

    Is Dr. Paragi board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Prakash Paragi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Paragi speak?

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

    • English

    • Kannada

    What conditions does Dr. Paragi treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Paragi 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. Paragi. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Severe Obesity with Breathing Problems
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity and Lung Issues
    • Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
    • Pickwickian Syndrome
    • High Body Mass Index

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E662: Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilation
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Paragi perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Prakash Paragi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paragi's office.

    Does Dr. Paragi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paragi 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. Paragi accept in Jersey City, NJ?

    Dr. Paragi in Jersey City, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paragi's office located?

    Dr. Prakash Paragi's Primary Practice

    142 Palisade Ave

    Jersey City, NJ 07306

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    Dr. Prakash Paragi's Practice 2

    1166 Kennedy Blvd

    Bayonne, NJ 07002

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    Dr. Prakash Paragi's Practice 3

    744 Broadway Rear

    Bayonne, NJ 07002

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

    Dr. Paragi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598992380.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paragi?

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

    What is Dr. Prakash Paragi's specialty?

    Dr. Paragi is a Surgeon near Jersey City, NJ. 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. Paragi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Prakash Paragi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paragi is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

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    Is Prakash Paragi accepting new patients in Jersey City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Prakash Paragi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prakash Paragi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paragi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prakash Paragi?

    Please contact Dr. Paragi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Prakash Paragi have?

    Dr. Prakash Paragi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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