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Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt, MD

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brahmbhatt, Physiatrist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Brahmbhatt graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program. Dr. Brahmbhatt is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brahmbhatt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brahmbhatt’s office at (718) 655-1400.

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

    • Residency: New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)

    What languages does Dr. Brahmbhatt speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Brahmbhatt typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Brahmbhatt 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. Brahmbhatt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Joint Swelling
    • Joint Disorder
    • Fluid in right knee joint
    • Right knee effusion
    • Swollen right knee joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25461: Effusion, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Left Knee Joint
    • Joint Disorder
    • Swollen Left Knee
    • Left Knee Effusion
    • Water on the Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25462: Effusion, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Brahmbhatt typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Brahmbhatt 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. Brahmbhatt. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Carpal Tunnel Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection
    • Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
    • Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
    • Wrist pain injection
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
    • 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

    Does Dr. Brahmbhatt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brahmbhatt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 655-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brahmbhatt accept in Bronx, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Not Specified

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Brahmbhatt's office located?

    Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt's Primary Practice

    640 E 233rd St

    Bronx, NY 10466

    (718) 655-1400

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    Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt's Practice 2

    506 Lenox Ave

    New York, NY 10037

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

    Dr. Brahmbhatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962456814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brahmbhatt?

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

    What is Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt's specialty?

    Dr. Brahmbhatt is a Physiatrist near Bronx, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is this Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brahmbhatt is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital 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

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    Is Sumankumar Brahmbhatt accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sumankumar Brahmbhatt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brahmbhatt's office at (718) 655-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sumankumar Brahmbhatt?

    Please contact Dr. Brahmbhatt's office at (718) 655-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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