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Who is Dr. Atwa, Surgeon in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Hesham Atwa, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in East Setauket, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Atwa graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Abington Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Atwa is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atwa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atwa’s office at (631) 476-9296.
Where did Dr. Atwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, General Surgery; Abington Mem Hosp, General Surgery | Abington Mem Hospital | Abington Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Ain Shams / Faculty of Medicine | Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Atwa board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hesham Atwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Atwa speak?
Dr. Atwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Atwa treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Atwa 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. Atwa. 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
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- 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
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
- Overweight Condition
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
- Z6835: Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult
- Z6837: Body mass index [BMI] 37.0-37.9, adult
- Z6838: Body mass index [BMI] 38.0-38.9, adult
- Z6836: Body mass index [BMI] 36.0-36.9, adult
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
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:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Atwa perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Hesham Atwa may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atwa's office.
Does Dr. Atwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Atwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 476-9296 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atwa accept in East Setauket, NY?
Dr. Atwa in East Setauket, 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
Benefit Administrative Systems LLC
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atwa's office located?
Dr. Hesham Atwa also offers virtual visits
Dr. Hesham Atwa's Primary Practice
4 Technology Dr Ste 220
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 476-9296
Dr. Hesham Atwa's Practice 2
620 Belle Terre Rd Ste 5
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
(631) 476-9296
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hesham Atwa?
Dr. Atwa has appointments available at his East Setauket, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Atwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841286788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atwa
What is Dr. Hesham Atwa's specialty?
Dr. Atwa is a Surgeon near East Setauket, 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. Atwa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hesham Atwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atwa is affiliated with Mather Hospital, Peconic Bay Medical Center, 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 Hesham Atwa accepting new patients in East Setauket, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hesham Atwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hesham Atwa offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Atwa, or call (631) 476-9296 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Hesham Atwa?
Yes, Dr. Atwa offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Atwa, or call (631) 476-9296 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hesham Atwa have?
Dr. Hesham Atwa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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