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Dr. Chirag Badami, MD

Dr. Chirag Badami, MD

Neptune, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Badami, Thoracic Surgeon in Neptune, NJ?

    Dr. Chirag Badami, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Badami graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at PCOM/Aria Health Program. Dr. Badami is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Badami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Badami’s office at (914) 493-1610.

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

    • Residency: PCOM/Aria Health Program

    • Medical School: Rutgers | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Badami speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Badami typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Badami 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. Badami. 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:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Unstable Angina
    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Badami typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Badami 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. Badami. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
    • TAVI
    • Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
    • Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
    • Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach

    Also known as:

    • Open Breastbone Fracture Repair
    • Sternum Fracture Surgery
    • Breastbone Fixation
    • Open Chest Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 21825: Open treatment of sternum fracture with or without skeletal fixation

    Does Dr. Badami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Badami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 493-1610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Badami accept in Neptune, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Badami's office located?

    Dr. Chirag Badami's Primary Practice

    1944 State Route 33 Ste 201

    Neptune, NJ 07753

    (914) 493-1610

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    Dr. Chirag Badami's Practice 2

    100 Woods Rd

    Valhalla, NY 10595

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    Dr. Chirag Badami's Practice 3

    257 Lafayette Ave Ste 360

    Suffern, NY 10901

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

    Dr. Badami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407001175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Badami?

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

    What is Dr. Chirag Badami's specialty?

    Dr. Badami is a Thoracic Surgeon near Neptune, NJ.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is this Dr. Chirag Badami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Badami is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. Explore 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 Chirag Badami accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Chirag Badami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chirag Badami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Badami's office at (914) 493-1610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chirag Badami?

    Please contact Dr. Badami's office at (914) 493-1610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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