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Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman, MD

Atlantic City, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sivaraman, Pulmonologist in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Atlantic City, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sivaraman is fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivaraman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivaraman’s office at (609) 748-7300.

    Is Dr. Sivaraman board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sivaraman speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Tamil

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sivaraman typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sivaraman 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. Sivaraman. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sivaraman typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sivaraman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sivaraman. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Sivaraman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sivaraman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 748-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sivaraman accept in Atlantic City, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Clover Health Holdings

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sivaraman's office located?

    Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman's Primary Practice

    7 S Ohio Ave Ste 2100

    Atlantic City, NJ 08401

    (609) 748-7300

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    Pinewood Professional Plaza

    110 E Jimmie Leeds Rd

    Galloway, NJ 08205

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    Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman's Practice 3

    741 S 2nd Ave Ste A

    Galloway, NJ 08205

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

    Dr. Sivaraman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922259514.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivaraman?

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

    What is Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman's specialty?

    Dr. Sivaraman is a Pulmonologist near Atlantic City, NJ.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sivaraman is affiliated with Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Shore Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 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

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    Is Sivashankar Sivaraman accepting new patients in Atlantic City, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sivaraman's office at (609) 748-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sivashankar Sivaraman?

    Please contact Dr. Sivaraman's office at (609) 748-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman have?

    Dr. Sivashankar Sivaraman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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