Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Eshmawi, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. El-Eshmawi graduated from University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Cardiothoracic, Alexandria University, Faculty of Medicine. He is a member of the Egyptian Society of Cardiotoracic Surgery, Society of Thoracic Surgery, and Society of Heart Valve Disease. Dr. El-Eshmawi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Eshmawi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Eshmawi’s office at (212) 659-6800.
Where did Dr. El-Eshmawi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cardiothoracic, Alexandria University, Faculty of Medicine | Cardiothoracic Surg, Alexandria University, Faculty of Medicine | ALEXANDRIA HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Alexandria Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. El-Eshmawi speak?
Dr. El-Eshmawi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. El-Eshmawi treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. El-Eshmawi 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. El-Eshmawi. 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.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Tricuspid Valve Stenosis
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Narrowing
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Narrow tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid valve narrowing
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
- Narrowed Mitral Valve from Rheumatic Fever
- Chronic Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I360: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) stenosis
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I050: Rheumatic mitral stenosis
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Endocarditis
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart lining inflammation
- Heart valve infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- I38: Endocarditis, valve unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Which procedures does Dr. El-Eshmawi perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. El-Eshmawi's office.
Does Dr. El-Eshmawi accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Eshmawi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 659-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Eshmawi accept in New York, NY?
Dr. El-Eshmawi in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Eshmawi's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Egyptian Society of Cardiotoracic Surgery
Member
Society of Thoracic Surgery
Member
Society of Heart Valve Disease
Member
What is Dr. El-Eshmawi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Eshmawi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164723672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Eshmawi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Eshmawi
What is Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi's specialty?
Dr. El-Eshmawi is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. El-Eshmawi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Eshmawi is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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 Ahmed El-Eshmawi accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmed El-Eshmawi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Eshmawi's office at (212) 659-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmed El-Eshmawi?
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