Dr. Christalene Saldanha, MD
East Meadow, NY
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Saldanha typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Age-Related Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Other Senile Cataract
- Uncommon Age-Related Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2589: Other age-related cataract
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Saldanha typically 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. 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. 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christalene Saldanha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saldanha is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital 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
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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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