30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalimi, Thoracic Surgeon in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Robert Kalimi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Kalimi graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush. Dr. Kalimi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalimi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalimi’s office at (631) 968-3525.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kalimi?
Dr. Robert Kalimi, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kalimi empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Aortic, Aortic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Hyde Park/NY community, Dr. Kalimi is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kalimi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Columbia University College
Residency: Rush | Long Island Jewish Medical Center | Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kalimi board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kalimi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kalimi speak?
Dr. Kalimi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kalimi treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Kalimi 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. Kalimi. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
What procedures does Dr. Kalimi perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Kalimi 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. Kalimi. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Does Dr. Kalimi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalimi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 968-3525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalimi accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Kalimi in New Hyde Park, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kalimi's office located?
Dr. Robert Kalimi's Primary Practice
27005 76th Ave
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
(631) 968-3525
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Kalimi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalimi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588719231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalimi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalimi
What is Dr. Robert Kalimi's specialty?
Dr. Kalimi is a Thoracic Surgeon near New Hyde Park, 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. Kalimi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Kalimi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalimi is affiliated with South Shore University 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 Robert Kalimi accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kalimi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Kalimi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalimi's office at (631) 968-3525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Kalimi?
Please contact Dr. Kalimi's office at (631) 968-3525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Kalimi have?
Dr. Robert Kalimi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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