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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarkeshik, Thoracic Surgeon in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Amir Sarkeshik, DO is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sarkeshik is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarkeshik’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarkeshik’s office at (650) 261-2366.
What languages does Dr. Sarkeshik speak?
Dr. Sarkeshik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Sarkeshik treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Sarkeshik 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. Sarkeshik. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Sarkeshik perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Sarkeshik 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. Sarkeshik. 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 Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Open Heart Bypass
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (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. Sarkeshik accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarkeshik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 261-2366 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarkeshik accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Sarkeshik in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
City of Hartford
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Sarkeshik's office located?
Dr. Amir Sarkeshik's Primary Practice
2900 Whipple Ave Ste 140
Redwood City, CA 94062
(650) 261-2366
What is Dr. Sarkeshik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarkeshik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013367135.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarkeshik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarkeshik
What is Dr. Amir Sarkeshik's specialty?
Dr. Sarkeshik is a Thoracic Surgeon near Redwood City, CA. 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. Sarkeshik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amir Sarkeshik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarkeshik is affiliated with MarinHealth Medical Center, Sequoia 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
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Is Amir Sarkeshik accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amir Sarkeshik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Sarkeshik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarkeshik's office at (650) 261-2366 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Sarkeshik?
Please contact Dr. Sarkeshik's office at (650) 261-2366 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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