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Dr. Amit Shembekar, MD

New York, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shembekar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Amit Shembekar, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shembekar graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program. Dr. Shembekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shembekar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shembekar’s office at (212) 939-2253.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Stony Brook University Hospital & Medical Center/Winthrop University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shembekar board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amit Shembekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shembekar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shembekar treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shembekar 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. Shembekar. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Which procedures does Dr. Shembekar perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amit Shembekar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shembekar's office.

    Does Dr. Shembekar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shembekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 939-2253 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shembekar accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Shembekar in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • Steward Health Choice

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shembekar's office located?

    Dr. Amit Shembekar's Primary Practice

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 939-2253

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    Dr. Amit Shembekar's Practice 2

    55 Palmer Ave

    Bronxville, NY 10708

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    Dr. Amit Shembekar's Practice 3

    506 Malcolm X Blvd Rm 2105

    New York, NY 10037

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

    Dr. Shembekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487706396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shembekar?

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

    What is Dr. Amit Shembekar's specialty?

    Dr. Shembekar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Shembekar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amit Shembekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shembekar is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester, Westchester Medical Center, The Mount Sinai Hospital, White Plains Hospital, Montefiore Hospital (Moses Campus), NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Amit Shembekar accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Amit Shembekar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amit Shembekar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shembekar's office at (212) 939-2253 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amit Shembekar?

    Please contact Dr. Shembekar's office at (212) 939-2253 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amit Shembekar have?

    Dr. Amit Shembekar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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