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Dr. James Smit, MD

New Hyde Park, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smit, Anesthesiologist in New Hyde Park, NY?

    Dr. James Smit, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Smit completed his residency at Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Smit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smit’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smit’s office.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital

    Is Dr. Smit board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Smit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Smit speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smit treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Smit 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. Smit. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Other Penis Disorder
    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Various penile conditions
    • Unspecified penis problems
    • Penis abnormalities
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N4889: Other specified disorders of penis
    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillitis
    • Persistent tonsil infection
    • Long-term tonsil inflammation
    • Recurrent tonsillitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3501: Chronic tonsillitis

    Also known as:

    • Droopy Eyelid
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Ptosis
    • Eyelid Drooping
    • Upper Eyelid Sagging
    • Fallen Eyelid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02403: Unspecified ptosis of bilateral eyelids

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does Dr. Smit perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Smit 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. Smit. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Smit accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smit accept in New Hyde Park, NY?

    Dr. Smit 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

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Smit's office located?

    Dr. James Smit's Primary Practice

    1510 Jericho Tpke

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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    Dr. James Smit's Practice 2

    45 Reade Pl

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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    Dr. James Smit's Practice 3

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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

    Dr. Smit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770526311.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smit?

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

    What is Dr. James Smit's specialty?

    Dr. Smit is a Anesthesiologist near New Hyde Park, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Smit to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Smit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smit is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is James Smit accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Smit is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Smit offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smit's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Smit?

    Please contact Dr. Smit's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Smit have?

    Dr. James Smit is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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