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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sikka, Anesthesiologist in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Pankaj Sikka, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Brighton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sikka completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Sikka is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sikka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sikka’s office at (617) 789-3000.
Where did Dr. Sikka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Sikka board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Sikka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sikka speak?
Dr. Sikka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sikka typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sikka 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. Sikka. 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
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:
- 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sikka typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sikka 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. Sikka. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Sikka accept my insurance?
Dr. Sikka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 789-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sikka accept in Brighton, MA?
Dr. Sikka in Brighton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sikka's office located?
What is Dr. Sikka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sikka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750370532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sikka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sikka
What is Dr. Pankaj Sikka's specialty?
Dr. Sikka is a Anesthesiologist near Brighton, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Pankaj Sikka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sikka is affiliated with Merrimackhealth Lawrence Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Emerson Health 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 Pankaj Sikka accepting new patients in Brighton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Sikka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pankaj Sikka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sikka's office at (617) 789-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pankaj Sikka?
Please contact Dr. Sikka's office at (617) 789-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pankaj Sikka have?
Dr. Pankaj Sikka is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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