Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 as a 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Atwa typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Atwa typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Atwa 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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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
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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
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, Peconic Bay Medical Center, North Shore University 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?
Please contact Dr. Atwa's office at (631) 476-9296 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hesham Atwa?
Please contact Dr. Atwa's office at (631) 476-9296 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hesham Atwa have?
Dr. Hesham Atwa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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