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Dr. Vikas Sharma, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist

Kenmore, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Critical Care Internist in Kenmore, NY?

    Dr. Vikas Sharma, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Kenmore, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharma graduated from Saba University / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (417) 820-3344.

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

    • Residency: Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Henry Ford Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Saba University / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-3344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Kenmore, NY?

    Dr. Sharma in Kenmore, 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)

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Vikas Sharma's Primary Practice

    2950 Elmwood Ave

    Kenmore, NY 14217

    (417) 820-3344

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    Dr. Vikas Sharma's Practice 2

    5300 Military Rd

    Lewiston, NY 14092

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    Dr. Vikas Sharma's Practice 3

    565 Abbott Rd

    Buffalo, NY 14220

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

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043650799.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

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

    What is Dr. Vikas Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Critical Care Internist near Kenmore, NY.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Vikas Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Upmc Hamot, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Dr. Vikas Sharma accepting new patients in Kenmore, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Vikas Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikas Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (417) 820-3344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (417) 820-3344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Sharma's offices are located in Kenmore, NY, Lewiston, NY, and Buffalo, NY.