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Dr. Helai Hesham, MD

Dr. Helai Hesham, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hesham, Urogynecologist in New York, NY?

    Helai Hesham, MD is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and subspecialized in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology). Dr. Hesham completed her fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. She provides individualized medical and surgical care for women with pelvic organ prolapse, urinary and fecal incontinence, overactive bladder, fistula, pelvic floor trauma and pelvic pain. Surgically she utilizes minimally invasive techniques including vaginal, laparoscopic, robotic and cystoscopic surgery. Dr. Hesham is passionate about helping care for women both locally and abroad and has specialized in obstetric fistula care in sub-Saharan Africa as well as international surgical training which she will continue here at Columbia.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hesham?

    Dr. Helai Hesham, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urogynecologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hesham empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Incontinence-Urinary, Urogynecology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Hesham is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Hesham speak?

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

    • English

    • Farsi/Persian

    What conditions does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Hesham typically treat?

    As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Hesham 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. Hesham. 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:

    • Overactive Bladder
    • OAB
    • Urgency Incontinence
    • Frequent Urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3281: Overactive bladder

    Also known as:

    • Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Partial uterine prolapse
    • Incomplete uterine descent
    • Uterovaginal prolapse
    • Uterine prolapse
    • Vaginal prolapse
    • Dropped uterus and vagina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
    • N814: Uterovaginal prolapse, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Weak Urethral Sphincter
    • Urethral Disorder
    • Intrinsic sphincter deficiency
    • ISD
    • Urethral valve weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3642: Intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD)

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cystocele
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Fallen Bladder
    • Bladder Prolapse
    • Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N8110: Cystocele, unspecified

    What procedures does an Urogynecologist like Dr. Hesham typically perform?

    As an Urogynecologist, Dr. Hesham 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. Hesham. 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:

    • Bladder Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder or Urethra Implant Injection
    • Urethral Bulking Agent Injection
    • Bladder Neck Injection
    • Endoscopic Urethral Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 51715: Endoscopic injection of implant material into the submucosal tissues of the urethra and/or bladder neck

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
    • Laparoscopic Colpopexy
    • Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
    • Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
    • Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)

    Also known as:

    • Rectocele Repair
    • Posterior Colporrhaphy
    • Repair of Rectal Prolapse
    • Perineorrhaphy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57250: Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Posterior Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • PTNS
    • Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation
    • Tibial Neuromodulation
    • Urinary Incontinence Nerve Stimulation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64566: Posterior tibial neurostimulation, percutaneous needle electrode, single treatment, includes programming

    Does Dr. Hesham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hesham 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. Hesham accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Hesham 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

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hesham's office located?

    ColumbiaDoctors

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    51 West 51st Street

    Floor 3, Suite 320

    New York, NY 10019

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    516 Route 303

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

    Dr. Hesham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386907053.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hesham?

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

    What is Dr. Helai Hesham's specialty?

    Dr. Hesham is a Urogynecologist near New York, NY.

    What does an Urogynecologist do?

    A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician trained in either Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology, prepared to offer consultation and comprehensive management for women dealing with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. This comprehensive management includes the necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the total care of patients with these conditions and the complications that may arise from them.

    Is this Dr. Helai Hesham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hesham is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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

    When to see an Urogynecologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Helai Hesham accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Helai Hesham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helai Hesham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hesham's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helai Hesham?

    Please contact Dr. Hesham's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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