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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smit, Critical Care Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Pieter Jan Sebastian Smit, MD, is a surgeon, specializing in general surgery, trauma surgery, and surgical critical care at NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn, affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. He is an assistant professor of clinical surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Smit performs both elective and emergency surgeries and cares for patients in the surgical intensive care unit. His clinical interests include abdominal wall reconstruction, minimally invasive emergency surgery, and damage control surgery and resuscitation. Dr. Smit is also involved in resident education through Weill Cornell Medical College. After graduating from Albany Medical College, Dr. Smit completed his general surgery residency and surgical critical care fellowship training at Orlando Regional Medical Center and Boston Medical Center, respectively. Before coming to NewYork-Presbyterian, Dr. Smit was a surgeon at NYU Langone Health in Brooklyn, where he served in several leadership committees. Dr. Smit has presented his research at annual medical meetings of the American College of Surgeons is a member of multiple national surgical and trauma organizations.
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Smit speak?
Dr. Smit and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Smit typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Smit 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. Smit. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Does Dr. Smit accept my insurance?
Dr. Smit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smit accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Smit in Brooklyn, 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
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Smit's office located?
Center for Community Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital
515 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
(917) 300-0553
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Dr. Smit has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Smit's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790923944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smit?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smit
What is Dr. Pieter Smit's specialty?
Dr. Smit is a Critical Care Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Pieter Smit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smit is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell 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
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Is Pieter Smit accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Pieter Smit is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pieter Smit offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smit, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Pieter Smit?
Please contact Dr. Smit's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Brooklyn, NY 11215