Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lighvani, Specialist in New York, NY?
Born and raised in the UK, he earned his medical degree from King�s College in England. He subsequently completed his residency in Internal Medicine at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, and his Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology at Johns Hopkins University
He specializes in the management of a wide spectrum of allergic, respiratory and skin disorders including; asthma, hay fever, sinus problems, chronic cough, hives, eczema, as well as drug and food allergies.
Dr. Lighvani has been voted one of America�s Top Doctors every year since 2006 and is a recipient of numerous awards including New York Magazine and Castle Connolly Best Doctors, Compassionate Doctor and Patient Choice Awards.
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Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lighvani?
Dr. Sebastian Lighvani, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lighvani empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Allergic Rhinitis, Allergy-Adult & Pediatric, Asthma & Allergy, Bee Sting Allergy, Cough-Chronic, Drug Allergy, Food Allergy, Food Allergy & Eczema, Insect Allergy, Pediatric Allergy & Immunology, Pet Allergy, Sinus Disorders, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Lighvani is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lighvani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Allergy And Immunology; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of London, Kings Coll Sch Med/Dent, London (
Is Dr. Lighvani board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sebastian Lighvani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology
What languages does Dr. Lighvani speak?
Dr. Lighvani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Persian
- Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Lighvani typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lighvani 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. Lighvani. 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:
- Seasonal Allergies
- Pet Allergy
- Allergy
- Hay fever
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Pollen allergy
- Animal dander allergy
- Cat allergy
- Dog allergy
- Allergic rhinitis from pets
ICD-10 Codes:
- J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis
- J3081: Allergic rhinitis due to animal (cat) (dog) hair and dander
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Hay Fever
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Allergic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Lighvani typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Lighvani 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. Lighvani. 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:
- Health Risk Assessment
- Health Hazard Appraisal
- Patient Health Assessment
- Risk Factor Screening
- Health Risk Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 96160: Administration of patient-focused health risk assessment instrument (eg, health hazard appraisal) with scoring and documentation, per standardized instrument
Does Dr. Lighvani accept my insurance?
Dr. Lighvani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lighvani accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Lighvani in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Cigna Group
CMS
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Lighvani's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lighvani affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lighvani has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Lighvani's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lighvani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407879885.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lighvani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lighvani