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Dr. Francis Nowakowski, MD

Dr. Francis Nowakowski, MD

Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Diagnostic Radiologist, Body Imaging Specialist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nowakowski, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Francis Nowakowski, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Nowakowski graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Diagnostic Radiology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the RSNA AMA SIR MSSNY. Dr. Nowakowski is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nowakowski’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nowakowski’s office at (212) 241-8426.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nowakowski?

    Dr. Francis Nowakowski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nowakowski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Oncology, Portal Hypertension, Radiofrequency Tumor Ablation, Uterine Fibroid Embolization, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Nowakowski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Diagnostic Radiology; Pa Hospital-Uphs, Internal Medicine | Christiana Care Health Servs Inc | Pennsylvania Hospital | PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Nowakowski board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Nowakowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Radiology since 1999, American Board of Radiology since 2001, American Board of Radiology since 2011

    What languages does Dr. Nowakowski speak?

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

    • English
    • Hebrew
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Nowakowski typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Nowakowski 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. Nowakowski. 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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • GI Appliance Fitting
    • Digestive Device Adjustment
    • Enteral Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Nowakowski typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Nowakowski 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. Nowakowski. 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:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Selective Vein Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
    • Venous Catheterization
    • Jugular Vein Catheter
    • Renal Vein Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
    • 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
    • Vascular embolization
    • Artery occlusion for tumors
    • Organ ischemia embolization
    • Therapeutic embolization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Biopsy
    • Transcatheter tissue sample
    • Minimally invasive biopsy
    • Biopsy using catheter
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 37200: Transcatheter biopsy
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Does Dr. Nowakowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nowakowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 241-8426 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nowakowski accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nowakowski's office located?

    Dr. Francis Nowakowski's Primary Practice

    1176 5th Ave

    New York, NY 10029

    (212) 241-8426

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of RSNA AMA SIR MSSNY

    Awards

    • The Harold A. Mitty, M.D. Distinguished Educator Award, 2010

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

    Dr. Nowakowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245230531.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nowakowski?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Nowakowski's specialty?

    Dr. Nowakowski is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is Dr. Francis Nowakowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nowakowski 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Francis Nowakowski accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Nowakowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francis Nowakowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nowakowski's office at (212) 241-8426 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francis Nowakowski?

    Please contact Dr. Nowakowski's office at (212) 241-8426 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nowakowski's office located?

    Dr. Nowakowski's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Nowakowski have?

    Dr. Francis Nowakowski is certified by the American Board of Radiology.