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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. 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 as a 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
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
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
What procedures does Dr. Sekhar perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sekhar 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. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Laparoscopy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Bariatric surgery
- Minimally invasive gastric bypass
- Weight loss surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
- 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Express Scripts
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
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
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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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