Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandrika, Pulmonologist in Commack, NY?
Dr. Sharad Chandrika, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Commack, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chandrika is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrika’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrika’s office at (623) 207-3240.
Is Dr. Chandrika board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Sharad Chandrika, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chandrika speak?
Dr. Chandrika and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chandrika typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chandrika 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. Chandrika. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor of the Right Lung and Bronchus
- Benign Tumor
- Lung Disease
- Non-cancerous right lung growth
- Benign right bronchial mass
- Non-malignant right lung tumor
- Benign growth in right lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1431: Benign neoplasm of right bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chandrika typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chandrika 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. Chandrika. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Marker Placement
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Flexible bronchoscopy with fiducial markers
- Lung tumor marker placement
- Bronchial scope with guidance
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31626: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with placement of fiducial markers, single or multiple
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Chandrika accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrika accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 207-3240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrika accept in Commack, NY?
Dr. Chandrika in Commack, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chandrika's office located?
Dr. Sharad Chandrika's Primary Practice
500 Commack Rd Unit 150D
Commack, NY 11725
(623) 207-3240
Dr. Sharad Chandrika's Practice 2
200 Belle Terre Rd Ste 300
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11777
What is Dr. Chandrika's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336153634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrika?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrika
What is Dr. Sharad Chandrika's specialty?
Dr. Chandrika is a Pulmonologist near Commack, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Sharad Chandrika affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrika is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, St. Catherine Of Siena 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 Sharad Chandrika accepting new patients in Commack, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sharad Chandrika is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharad Chandrika offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrika's office at (623) 207-3240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharad Chandrika?
Please contact Dr. Chandrika's office at (623) 207-3240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharad Chandrika have?
Dr. Sharad Chandrika is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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