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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarkar, Pulmonologist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Samir Sarkar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Sarkar is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarkar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarkar’s office at (718) 206-6742.
Where did Dr. Sarkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka University, Bangladesh
What languages does Dr. Sarkar speak?
Dr. Sarkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sarkar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sarkar 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. Sarkar. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sarkar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Sarkar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Sarkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sarkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 206-6742 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarkar accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Sarkar in Jamaica, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sarkar's office located?
What is Dr. Sarkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346201621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarkar
What is Dr. Samir Sarkar's specialty?
Dr. Sarkar is a Pulmonologist near Jamaica, NY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Samir Sarkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarkar is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samir Sarkar accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Samir Sarkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Sarkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarkar's office at (718) 206-6742 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Sarkar?
Please contact Dr. Sarkar's office at (718) 206-6742 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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