Dr. Soma Shanker, MD

Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Newark, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Shanker, Anesthesiologist in Newark, NJ?

Dr. Soma Shanker, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shanker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanker’s office.

What languages does Dr. Shanker speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shanker typically treat?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shanker 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. Shanker. 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:

Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease
Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
Chest Pain from Heart Disease
Angina Pectoris

ICD-10 Codes:

I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris

Also known as:

Cardiogenic Shock
Shock
Heart-related shock
Cardiac shock
Circulatory collapse from heart

ICD-10 Codes:

R570: Cardiogenic shock

What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shanker typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Soma Shanker may include:

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

Does Dr. Shanker accept my insurance?

Dr. Shanker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Shanker accept in Newark, NJ?

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

Top Insurances

Cigna Group

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Where is Dr. Shanker's office located?

Dr. Soma Shanker's Primary Practice

201 Lyons Ave

Newark, NJ 07112

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Dr. Soma Shanker's Practice 2

94 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 103A

Livingston, NJ 07039

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Dr. Soma Shanker's Practice 3

256 Broad St

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

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What hospitals are Dr. Shanker affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Shanker has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center,Newark, NJ

Ranked Heart & Vascular Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

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

Dr. Shanker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093884157.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanker?

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

What is Dr. Soma Shanker's specialty?

Dr. Shanker is an Anesthesiologist near Newark, NJ.

What does an Anesthesiologist do?

A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

Is Dr. Soma Shanker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Shanker 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

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