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Dr. Sanjay Sookhu, DO

Whitestone, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sookhu, Cardiologist in Whitestone, NY?

    Dr. Sanjay Sookhu, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Whitestone, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sookhu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sookhu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sookhu’s office at (201) 854-5713.

    What languages does Dr. Sookhu speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sookhu typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sookhu 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. Sookhu. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sookhu typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sanjay Sookhu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sookhu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sookhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 854-5713 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sookhu accept in Whitestone, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sookhu's office located?

    Dr. Sanjay Sookhu's Primary Practice

    1752 Francis Lewis Blvd

    Whitestone, NY 11357

    (201) 854-5713

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    Dr. Sanjay Sookhu's Practice 2

    148 -45

    Jamaica, NY 11435

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    Dr. Sanjay Sookhu's Practice 3

    27005 76th Ave

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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

    Dr. Sookhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083096937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sookhu?

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

    What is Dr. Sanjay Sookhu's specialty?

    Dr. Sookhu is a Cardiologist near Whitestone, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

    Is Dr. Sanjay Sookhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sookhu is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sanjay Sookhu accepting new patients in Whitestone, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sanjay Sookhu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sanjay Sookhu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office at (201) 854-5713 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sanjay Sookhu?

    Please contact Dr. Sookhu's office at (201) 854-5713 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sookhu's office located?

    Dr. Sookhu's offices are located in Whitestone, NY, Jamaica, NY, and New Hyde Park, NY.