16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sawinski, Nephrologist in New York, NY?
Deirdre L. Sawinski, MD is an Assistant Professor of Medicine (interim) at Weill Cornell Medical College and Assistant Attending Physician at NewYork-Presbyterian.? She received her BS in Art History from New York University and her Medical Degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons where she also completed her Internal Medicine residency at Columbia University Medical Center.? She trained in Nephrology and Transplant Nephrology at Mount Sinai Hospital.? Upon completion of her clinical training, Dr. Sawinski joined the faculty at University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine as an Assistant Professor of Medicine and was promoted in 2019 to Associate Professor of Medicine.? In 2015 she was appointed as Assistant Medical Director at Penn Transplant Institute, Kindey/Pancreas Transplant Program.Dr. Sawinski has established herself as a productive clinician and researcher; she is recognized in the transplant nephrology community as an outstanding transplant physician-scientist.Dr. Sawinski has chaired multiple committees of the American Society of Nephrology and the American Society of Transplant (AST) including: the AST Women's Health Community of Practice; AST Fellowship Accreditation Program Committee and Board of Managers; Co-Chair AST Fellows' Symposium Program and Clinical Co-Chair for the AST Research Network Scientific Review Committee.A productive scholar, she currently has five active NIH grants and has published more than 65 peer reviewed research articles.
WebsiteWhere did Dr. Sawinski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Sawinski board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Deirdre Sawinski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sawinski speak?
Dr. Sawinski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Sawinski typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Sawinski 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. Sawinski. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Complication
- Kidney Graft Problem
- Post-Kidney Transplant Issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8610: Unspecified complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Does Dr. Sawinski accept my insurance?
Dr. Sawinski 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. Sawinski accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Sawinski 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
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sawinski's office located?
Kidney Transplantation Medicine
1283 York Avenue
9th Floor
New York, NY 10065
What is Dr. Sawinski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sawinski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891954483.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawinski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sawinski
What is Dr. Deirdre Sawinski's specialty?
Dr. Sawinski is a Nephrologist near New York, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Deirdre Sawinski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sawinski is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell 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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Is Deirdre Sawinski accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Deirdre Sawinski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deirdre Sawinski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sawinski's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deirdre Sawinski?
Please contact Dr. Sawinski's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deirdre Sawinski have?
Dr. Deirdre Sawinski is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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