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Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram, MD

Brooklyn, NY

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sundaram, Otolaryngologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Sundaram graduated from Madras Med College and completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Otolaryngology; New York Methodist Hosp, General Surgery; Church Home Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Sundaram is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sundaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sundaram’s office at (718) 270-4147.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sundaram?

    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sundaram empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Sundaram is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Otolaryngology; New York Methodist Hosp, General Surgery; Church Home Hosp, General Surgery | Meth Hospital | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras Med College | Stanley Med College

    Is Dr. Sundaram board certified in Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Sundaram speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Sundaram treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Sundaram 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. Sundaram. 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:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Loss in Both Ears
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss
    • Bilateral Deafness
    • Hearing Impairment Both Sides
    • Poor Hearing in Both Ears

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
    • H9193: Unspecified hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sore Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Chronic pharyngitis
    • Persistent throat pain
    • Throat inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J312: Chronic pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Chronic runny nose
    • Persistent nasal inflammation
    • Long-term stuffy nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J310: Chronic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Hoarseness or Voice Changes
    • Vocal Cord Polyp
    • Voice Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Hoarse voice
    • Raspy voice
    • Vocal cord dysfunction
    • Laryngeal polyp
    • Vocal fold polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R490: Dysphonia
    • J381: Polyp of vocal cord and larynx

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Benign Parathyroid Gland Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Non-cancerous parathyroid growth
    • Benign parathyroid neoplasm
    • Parathyroid adenoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D351: Benign neoplasm of parathyroid gland

    Does Dr. Sundaram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sundaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-4147 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sundaram accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Sundaram in Brooklyn, 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

    • American Federation of Teachers

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Sundaram's office located?

    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram's Primary Practice

    450 Clarkson Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

    (718) 270-4147

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    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram's Practice 2

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram's Practice 3

    506 6th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

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

    Dr. Sundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306821921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sundaram?

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

    What is Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram's specialty?

    Dr. Sundaram is a Otolaryngologist near Brooklyn, NY. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Sundaram to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sundaram is affiliated with SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn), NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Krishnamurthi Sundaram accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sundaram's office at (718) 270-4147 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krishnamurthi Sundaram?

    Please contact Dr. Sundaram's office at (718) 270-4147 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram have?

    Dr. Krishnamurthi Sundaram is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

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