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Dr. Girish Trikha, MD
East Syracuse, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Trikha, Pulmonologist in East Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Girish Trikha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in East Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Trikha graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at SUNY Upstate Medical University Program. Dr. Trikha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trikha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trikha’s office at (315) 425-4400.
Where did Dr. Trikha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: University of the West Indies Faculty of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Trikha board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Girish Trikha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Trikha speak?
Dr. Trikha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Trikha typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Trikha 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. Trikha. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Trikha typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Trikha 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. Trikha. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Trikha accept my insurance?
Dr. Trikha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 425-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Trikha accept in East Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Trikha in East Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Trikha's office located?
Dr. Girish Trikha's Primary Practice
5008 Brittonfield Pkwy
East Syracuse, NY 13057
(315) 425-4400
What is Dr. Trikha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Trikha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437360690.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trikha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Trikha
What is Dr. Girish Trikha's specialty?
Dr. Trikha is a Pulmonologist near East Syracuse, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Girish Trikha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Trikha is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny 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 Girish Trikha accepting new patients in East Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Girish Trikha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Girish Trikha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Trikha's office at (315) 425-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Girish Trikha?
Please contact Dr. Trikha's office at (315) 425-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Girish Trikha have?
Dr. Girish Trikha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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