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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sinha, Pulmonologist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Niraj Sinha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sinha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sinha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sinha’s office at (518) 386-3691.
What languages does Dr. Sinha speak?
Dr. Sinha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sinha typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sinha 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. Sinha. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sinha typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sinha 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. Sinha. 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 Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
CPT Codes:
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Sinha accept my insurance?
Dr. Sinha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 386-3691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sinha accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Sinha in Schenectady, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sinha's office located?
Dr. Niraj Sinha's Primary Practice
124 Rosa Rd Ste 382
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 386-3691
What is Dr. Sinha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sinha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275812299.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sinha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sinha
What is Dr. Niraj Sinha's specialty?
Dr. Sinha is a Pulmonologist near Schenectady, NY.
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. Niraj Sinha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sinha is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Niraj Sinha accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Niraj Sinha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Niraj Sinha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (518) 386-3691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Niraj Sinha?
Please contact Dr. Sinha's office at (518) 386-3691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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