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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Niknam, Anesthesiologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Niknam, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Niknam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niknam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niknam’s office at (718) 470-5382.
What languages does Dr. Niknam speak?
Dr. Niknam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Niknam typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Niknam 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. Niknam. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
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:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Pigmented Villonodular Synovitis
- Joint Disorder
- PVNS
- Tenosynovial Giant Cell Tumor
- Giant Cell Tumor of Tendon Sheath
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12212: Villonodular synovitis (pigmented), left shoulder
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Niknam typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Niknam 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. Niknam. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Niknam accept my insurance?
Dr. Niknam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 470-5382 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niknam accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Niknam in New Hyde Park, 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
GEICO
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Niknam's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Niknam's Primary Practice
27005 76th Ave
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
(718) 470-5382
What is Dr. Niknam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niknam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588027767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niknam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niknam
What is Dr. Benjamin Niknam's specialty?
Dr. Niknam is a Anesthesiologist near New Hyde Park, NY.
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 this Dr. Benjamin Niknam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Niknam is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Brooklyn 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 Benjamin Niknam accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Niknam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Niknam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niknam's office at (718) 470-5382 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Niknam?
Please contact Dr. Niknam's office at (718) 470-5382 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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