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Dr. Ruchira Sharma, MD

New Brunswick, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Ruchira Sharma, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (732) 235-8006.

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Prenatal Screenings
    • Nuchal Translucency Screening
    • Prenatal Care
    • Additional pregnancy tests
    • Special antenatal screenings
    • Specific prenatal checks
    • NT scan
    • First trimester screening ultrasound
    • Screening for Down syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
    • Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency

    Also known as:

    • Poor Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Fetal Growth Restriction
    • Small for Gestational Age
    • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Abnormality
    • Birth Defects
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Fetal Malformation
    • Developmental Abnormality
    • Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified

    What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Non-Stress Test
    • Nonstress Test
    • Nonstress Test (NST)
    • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
    • NST for Pregnancy
    • Baby Heartbeat Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Amniocentesis
    • Chorionic Villus Sampling
    • Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
    • Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)
    • Amniotic Fluid Test
    • Amnio
    • Prenatal Genetic Testing
    • CVS Test
    • Placenta Biopsy
    • Early Pregnancy Genetic Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic
    • 59015: Chorionic villus sampling, any method

    Also known as:

    • Postpartum Check-up
    • Postpartum Care
    • After Birth Care
    • Maternity Follow-up
    • Postnatal Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 59430: Postpartum care only (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-8006 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Sharma in New Brunswick, NJ 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)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • WebTPA

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Ruchira Sharma's Primary Practice

    125 Paterson St

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

    (732) 235-8006

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    Rutgers Health Rwj Maternal Fetal M

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl Ste 4

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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    Dr. Ruchira Sharma's Practice 3

    1636 Stelton Rd Ste 303

    Piscataway, NJ 08854

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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 1679838296.

    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. Ruchira Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near New Brunswick, NJ.

    What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?

    An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.

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

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Saint Peter's University Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ruchira Sharma accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Ruchira Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (732) 235-8006 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruchira Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (732) 235-8006 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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