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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sookhu, Cardiologist in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Suraj Sookhu is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sookhu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sookhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sookhu’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sookhu speak?
Dr. Sookhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sookhu typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sookhu 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. Sookhu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sookhu typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Suraj Sookhu may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sookhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Sookhu 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. Sookhu accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Sookhu in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Sookhu's office located?
What is Dr. Sookhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sookhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104125947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sookhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sookhu
What is Dr. Suraj Sookhu's specialty?
Dr. Sookhu is a Cardiologist near Flushing, NY.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Suraj Sookhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sookhu is affiliated with Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Suraj Sookhu accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Suraj Sookhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suraj Sookhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suraj Sookhu?
Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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