Dr. Vishal Thanik, MD

NEW YORK, NY

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Thanik, Surgeon in NEW YORK, NY?

Dr. Vishal Thanik, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Thanik graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University. Dr. Thanik is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thanik’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thanik’s office at (917) 633-5750.

Where did Dr. Thanik go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

Is Dr. Thanik board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Vishal Thanik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Thanik speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Thanik typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Thanik 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. Thanik. 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:

Gender Dysphoria
Gender incongruence
Gender identity issues

ICD-10 Codes:

F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

Also known as:

Breast Enlargement
Breast Disease
Breast hypertrophy
Macromastia
Gigantomastia

ICD-10 Codes:

N62: Hypertrophy of breast

Also known as:

Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
Breast Reconstruction
Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
Breast implant after mastectomy
Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

Also known as:

Transgender Identity
Gender Dysphoria
Transsexual Identity
Gender Transition

ICD-10 Codes:

F640: Transsexualism

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Thanik typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Thanik 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. Thanik. 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:

Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
Fat Transfer
Liposuction with Fat Injection
Body Fat Graft
Autologous Fat Injection
Liposuction Fat Grafting
Body Fat Transfer

CPT Codes:

15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Breast Reduction Surgery
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Reduction Mammoplasty
Breast Size Reduction
Mammoplasty

CPT Codes:

19318: Breast reduction

Also known as:

Breast Augmentation with Implants
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Breast Enlargement Surgery
Boob Job
Mammoplasty Augmentation

CPT Codes:

19325: Breast augmentation with implant

Also known as:

Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Delayed Breast Reconstruction
Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
Secondary Breast Augmentation
Reconstructive Breast Surgery

CPT Codes:

19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy

Also known as:

Breast Implant Capsule Removal
Complete Breast Capsulectomy
Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)

CPT Codes:

19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents

Also known as:

Trunk Liposuction
Liposuction of Torso
Suction-Assisted Fat Removal (Trunk)
Body Contouring Liposuction

CPT Codes:

15877: Suction assisted lipectomy; trunk

Does Dr. Thanik accept my insurance?

Dr. Thanik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 633-5750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Thanik accept in NEW YORK, NY?

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

Top Insurances

Allied National
Amida Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Thanik's office located?

Altris Plastic Reconstructive Wellness

125 East 69th Street

NEW YORK, NY 10021

(917) 633-5750

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What hospitals are Dr. Thanik affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Thanik has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Lenox Hill Hospital,New York, NY

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked in 3 Procedures

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

Dr. Thanik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780802421.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thanik?

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

What is Dr. Vishal Thanik's specialty?

Dr. Thanik is a Surgeon near NEW YORK, NY.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Vishal Thanik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Thanik is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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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