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Dr. Manu Shekher, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New York, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shekher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Manu Shekher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Shekher graduated from Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine and completed his residency at North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Program. Dr. Shekher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shekher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shekher’s office at (475) 210-5604.

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

    • Residency: North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Program

    • Medical School: Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shekher board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Manu Shekher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shekher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shekher typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shekher 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. Shekher. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shekher typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Manu Shekher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shekher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shekher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (475) 210-5604 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shekher accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Shekher in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

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    Where is Dr. Shekher's office located?

    Dr. Manu Shekher's Primary Practice

    2398 Broadway

    New York, NY 10024

    (475) 210-5604

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    Multispecialty Group

    2800 Main St

    Bridgeport, CT 06606

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    Dr. Manu Shekher's Practice 3

    1470 Metropolitan Ave

    Bronx, NY 10462

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    What hospitals are Dr. Shekher affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Shekher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nyc Health & Hospitals - Harlem,New York, NY

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

    Dr. Shekher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225235781.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shekher?

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

    What is Dr. Manu Shekher's specialty?

    Dr. Shekher is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Manu Shekher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shekher is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Manu Shekher accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Manu Shekher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Manu Shekher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shekher's office at (475) 210-5604 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Manu Shekher?

    Please contact Dr. Shekher's office at (475) 210-5604 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shekher's office located?

    Dr. Shekher's offices are located in New York, NY, Bridgeport, CT, and Bronx, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Manu Shekher have?

    Dr. Manu Shekher is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.