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Dr. Gregory Pakonis, MD

Anesthesiologist

Newark, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pakonis, Anesthesiologist in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Gregory Pakonis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pakonis graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Monmouth Medical Center Program. Dr. Pakonis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pakonis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pakonis’s office.

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

    • Residency: Monmouth Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pakonis board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Pakonis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Pakonis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pakonis typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pakonis 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. Pakonis. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Inflammation
    • Inflamed Varicose Veins
    • Varicose Veins
    • Phlebitis of Varicose Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency with Inflammation
    • Phlebitis
    • Superficial Thrombophlebitis
    • Inflamed Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8311: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
    • I8312: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with inflammation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pakonis typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Pakonis may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pakonis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pakonis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pakonis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pakonis accept in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Pakonis in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEICO

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • State Farm Insurance

    • The Travelers Companies

    • UMR Administered Payer

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    Where is Dr. Pakonis' office located?

    Dr. Gregory Pakonis' Primary Practice

    111 Central Ave

    Newark, NJ 07102

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    Dr. Gregory Pakonis' Practice 2

    1450 Route 22

    Mountainside, NJ 07092

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    Dr. Gregory Pakonis' Practice 3

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pakonis affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Pakonis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center,Montclair, NJ
    Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center,Westwood, NJ

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

    Dr. Pakonis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922209717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pakonis?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Pakonis's specialty?

    Dr. Pakonis is an Anesthesiologist near Newark, NJ.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Gregory Pakonis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pakonis is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gregory Pakonis accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Pakonis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Pakonis offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Pakonis?

    Please contact Dr. Pakonis' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pakonis' office located?

    Dr. Pakonis' offices are located in Newark, NJ, Mountainside, NJ, and Paterson, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Pakonis have?

    Dr. Gregory Pakonis is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.