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Who is Dr. Sekhar, Surgeon in Roslyn Heights, NY?
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Roslyn Heights, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Sekhar is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sekhar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sekhar’s office at (516) 616-5500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sekhar?
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sekhar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Achalasia, Bariatric/Obesity Surgery, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Roslyn Heights/NY community, Dr. Sekhar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Sekhar board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sekhar speak?
Dr. Sekhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Sekhar treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sekhar 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. Sekhar. 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.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- High BMI
- Overweight Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
- Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
- Z6839: Body mass index [BMI] 39.0-39.9, adult
- Z6835: Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult
- Z6838: Body mass index [BMI] 38.0-38.9, adult
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:
- Metabolic Disorder
- Metabolism disorder
- Metabolic disease
- Body chemistry imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E889: Metabolic disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
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:
- 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:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Adult BMI 28.0-28.9
- Body Weight
- Overweight BMI
- Adult pre-obesity BMI
- Higher than normal BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6828: Body mass index [BMI] 28.0-28.9, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Which procedures does Dr. Sekhar perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sekhar's office.
Does Dr. Sekhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sekhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 616-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sekhar accept in Roslyn Heights, NY?
Dr. Sekhar in Roslyn Heights, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Employer Direct Healthcare
Express Scripts
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sekhar's office located?
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar also offers virtual visits
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar's Primary Practice
125 Mineola Ave Ste 200
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
(516) 616-5500
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar's Practice 3
2001 W Main St Ste 155
Stamford, CT 06902
(516) 616-5500
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar?
Dr. Sekhar has appointments available at his Roslyn Heights, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sekhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sekhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881645364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sekhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sekhar
What is Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar's specialty?
Dr. Sekhar is a Surgeon near Roslyn Heights, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Sekhar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sekhar is affiliated with Stamford Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT, The Mount Sinai 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
Where can I learn more about Surgeon?
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Is Nikhilesh Sekhar accepting new patients in Roslyn Heights, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sekhar, or call (516) 616-5500 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhilesh Sekhar?
Yes, Dr. Sekhar offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Sekhar, or call (516) 616-5500 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar have?
Dr. Nikhilesh Sekhar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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