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Dr. Lakshmi Mehta, MD

Dr. Lakshmi Mehta, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Clinical Geneticist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Lakshmi Mehta, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mehta graduated from Nishtar Medical College & Hospital and completed her residency at Postgrad Inst. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English, Hindi, and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (917) 300-0553.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mehta?

    Dr. Lakshmi Mehta, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Geneticist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mehta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Birth Defects, Cancer Genetics, Cytogenetic Disorders, Pediatric Clinical Genetics, Prenatal Genetic Diagnosis, Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Mehta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Mehta go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Postgrad Inst

    • Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Nishtar Medical College & Hospital | Christian Medical College

    Is Dr. Mehta board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Mehta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics

    What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Malayalam

    What conditions does Dr. Mehta treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Other Joint Problems
    • Joint Disorder
    • Unspecified Joint Issues
    • Miscellaneous Joint Conditions
    • Joint Derangement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2480: Other specific joint derangements of unspecified joint, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Cafe-au-lait Spots
    • Birthmarks
    • CALMs
    • Coffee-with-Milk Spots
    • Light Brown Birthmarks

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L813: Cafe au lait spots

    Also known as:

    • Learning Disability
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Scholastic Skill Disorder
    • Academic Learning Disorder
    • Developmental Learning Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F819: Developmental disorder of scholastic skills, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Mehta in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New Jersey

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    3959 Broadway

    New York, NY 10032

    (917) 300-0553

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    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center

    15 North Broadway, Lower Level

    White Plains, NY 10601

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

    Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629149711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?

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

    What is Dr. Lakshmi Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Clinical Geneticist near New York, NY. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Mehta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lakshmi Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mehta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: NewYork-Presbyterian/Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Clinical Geneticist?

    Explore Clinical Geneticist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Lakshmi Mehta accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakshmi Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Mehta?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lakshmi Mehta have?

    Dr. Lakshmi Mehta is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics.

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