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Dr. Rajani Sharma, MD

Dr. Rajani Sharma, MD

Transplant Hepatologist

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Hepatologist

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Gastroenterologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Transplant Hepatologist in New York, NY?

    If you need assistance in Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), please call 646-317-6325. Visit Columbia Liver Asian Outreach Office (English | Mandarin) Dr. Rajani Sharma earned her AB at Princeton University prior to attending Rutgers University-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She completed her residency in Internal Medicine at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where she received a resident teaching award. She then completed her gastroenterology fellowship and transplant hepatology fellowship also at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University Irving Medical Center. During her gastroenterology fellowship, she earned a Masters in Patient Oriented Research at the Mailman School of Public Health. Dr. Sharma strives to provide empathetic and thoughtful care that focuses on the specific needs of each of her patients. Her clinical practice is focused on the management of all types of liver disease. In addition, Dr. Sharma has specialized training in managing complications of end-stage liver disease and caring for patients before and after liver transplantation. Visit The Center for Liver Disease and Transplantation at columbiasurgery.org/liver

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    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Immune Deficiency from Drugs
    • Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
    • Medication-Caused Immune Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Calcineurin Inhibitor Use
    • Chronic calcineurin therapy
    • Taking calcineurin inhibitors
    • Calcineurin medication

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79621: Long term (current) use of calcineurin inhibitor

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Transplant Hepatologist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Transplant Hepatologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • EGD with Band Ligation
    • Esophageal Varices Banding
    • Gastric Varices Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital and Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street

    Floor 14

    New York, NY 10032

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

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710220363.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

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

    What is Dr. Rajani Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Transplant Hepatologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Transplant Hepatologist do?

    An internist with specialized knowledge and skills in gastroenterology, focusing on the comprehensive care of patients before and after liver transplantation, across all phases of the transplant process. The selection of suitable transplant candidates involves a multidisciplinary team experienced in assessing the severity and prognosis of liver disease to ensure optimal outcomes.

    Is this Dr. Rajani Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester 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 Transplant Hepatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Hepatologist. 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 Rajani Sharma accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rajani Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rajani Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rajani Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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