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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Viswanath, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Avinash Viswanath, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Viswanath is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Viswanath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Viswanath’s office at (718) 250-6889.
What languages does Dr. Viswanath speak?
Dr. Viswanath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Viswanath typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Viswanath 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. Viswanath. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Viswanath typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Viswanath may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Viswanath's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Viswanath accept my insurance?
Dr. Viswanath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-6889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Viswanath accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Viswanath in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
HealthPartners
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Viswanath's office located?
Dr. Avinash Viswanath's Primary Practice
121 DeKalb Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 250-6889
What is Dr. Viswanath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Viswanath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942697990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Viswanath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Viswanath
What is Dr. Avinash Viswanath's specialty?
Dr. Viswanath is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Avinash Viswanath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Viswanath is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, Hcmc Red Building, United Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Abbott Northwestern 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Avinash Viswanath accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Avinash Viswanath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avinash Viswanath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Viswanath's office at (718) 250-6889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avinash Viswanath?
Please contact Dr. Viswanath's office at (718) 250-6889 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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