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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sawkar, Internist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Anita Sawkar, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ. She is board certified. Dr. Sawkar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sawkar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sawkar’s office at (551) 996-3547.
What languages does Dr. Sawkar speak?
Dr. Sawkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sawkar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sawkar 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. Sawkar. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sawkar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anita Sawkar may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sawkar's office.
Does Dr. Sawkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sawkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-3547 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sawkar accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Sawkar in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sawkar's office located?
What is Dr. Sawkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sawkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013470806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sawkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sawkar
What is Dr. Anita Sawkar's specialty?
Dr. Sawkar is a Internist near Hackensack, NJ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sawkar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Anita Sawkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sawkar is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Anita Sawkar accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Anita Sawkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anita Sawkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sawkar's office at (551) 996-3547 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anita Sawkar?
Please contact Dr. Sawkar's office at (551) 996-3547 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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