Dr. Christalene Saldanha, MD
East Meadow, NY
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Saldanha, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Christalene Saldanha, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Saldanha graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed her residency at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Dr. Saldanha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saldanha’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saldanha’s office at (410) 273-9096.
Where did Dr. Saldanha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Methodist Hospital
Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
Is Dr. Saldanha board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christalene Saldanha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Saldanha speak?
Dr. Saldanha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saldanha treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saldanha 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. Saldanha. 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:
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
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:
- Macular Pucker
- Retinal Disorder
- Epiretinal Membrane
- Cellophane Maculopathy
- Macular Fibrosis
- Wrinkled Retina
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35372: Puckering of macula, left eye
What procedures does Dr. Saldanha perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saldanha 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. Saldanha. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Saldanha accept my insurance?
Dr. Saldanha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 273-9096 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saldanha accept in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Saldanha in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saldanha's office located?
Dr. Christalene Saldanha's Primary Practice
2201 Hempstead Tpke
East Meadow, NY 11554
(410) 273-9096
What is Dr. Saldanha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saldanha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265499024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saldanha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saldanha
What is Dr. Christalene Saldanha's specialty?
Dr. Saldanha is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near East Meadow, NY. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Saldanha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christalene Saldanha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Saldanha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nassau University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Christalene Saldanha accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christalene Saldanha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christalene Saldanha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saldanha's office at (410) 273-9096 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christalene Saldanha?
Please contact Dr. Saldanha's office at (410) 273-9096 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christalene Saldanha have?
Dr. Christalene Saldanha is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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