Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khungar, Gastroenterologist in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Vandana Khungar, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Khungar graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at NYU Langone Medical Center. She is a member of the AGA Political Action Committee National Representative , Representative, American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases, American College of Gastroenterology, American College of Physicians, American Gastroenterological Association, American Medical Association, and American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy ,. Dr. Khungar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khungar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khungar’s office.
Where did Dr. Khungar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NYU Langone Medical Center
Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Khungar board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Vandana Khungar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012
What languages does Dr. Khungar speak?
Dr. Khungar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Khungar typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khungar 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. Khungar. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Khungar typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Khungar 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. Khungar. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
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. Khungar accept my insurance?
Dr. Khungar 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. Khungar accept in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Khungar in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khungar's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AGA Political Action Committee National Representative , Representative
Fellow
American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases
Member
American College of Gastroenterology
Member
American College of Physicians
Member
American Gastroenterological Association
Member
American Medical Association
Member
American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy ,
Member
What is Dr. Khungar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khungar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851596571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khungar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khungar
What is Dr. Vandana Khungar's specialty?
Dr. Khungar is a Gastroenterologist near New Haven, CT.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Vandana Khungar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khungar is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Bridgeport Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, Westerly Hospital 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 Vandana Khungar accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Vandana Khungar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vandana Khungar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khungar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vandana Khungar?
Please contact Dr. Khungar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vandana Khungar have?
Dr. Vandana Khungar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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