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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kavi, Critical Care Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Nidhi Kavi, DO is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Kavi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kavi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kavi’s office at (212) 241-6500.
What languages does Dr. Kavi speak?
Dr. Kavi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kavi typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Kavi 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. Kavi. 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:
- 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:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Kavi typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Kavi 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. Kavi. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Kavi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kavi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kavi accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kavi in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kavi's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kavi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kavi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kavi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kavi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821431164.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kavi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kavi
What is Dr. Nidhi Kavi's specialty?
Dr. Kavi is a Critical Care Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is Dr. Nidhi Kavi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kavi is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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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Is Dr. Nidhi Kavi accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nidhi Kavi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nidhi Kavi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kavi's office at (212) 241-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nidhi Kavi?
Please contact Dr. Kavi's office at (212) 241-6500 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kavi's office located?
Dr. Kavi's office is located in New York, NY.
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