Summary

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa is a geriatrician and internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from Russian State Medical University and completed his residency training at Staten Island University Hospital. With 24 years of clinical experience, Dr. Krishnarasa brings extensive expertise to caring for older adults and hospitalized patients.

Dr. Krishnarasa practices at NewYork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and NewYork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York, NY. His clinical focus includes managing chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure in adult patients. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as blood cultures, heart enzyme testing, and complete blood count analysis. Patients have given Dr. Krishnarasa an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3
  • 24 years of experience
  • Staten Island University Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa has 3 locations

Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital

170 William StNew York, NY 10038

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa

170 William StNew York, NY 10038
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Weill Cornell Physicians

170 William StNew York, NY 10038
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Geriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineGeriatric MedicineCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.5 
24 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks French, English Speaks English
New York , NYNew York , NYBrooklyn , NYPark Ridge , NJ
Med School: RUSSIAN STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Medical College Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Staten Island University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from RUSSIAN STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY in 2009 and Peoples Friendship University Of Russia Faculty Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Krishnarasa's NPI number is 1699907816.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa affiliated with?
Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital and Newyork Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medical Center.
Does Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa accepting new patients?
Dr. Balakumar Krishnarasa has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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