Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Infantino, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Infantino, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Infantino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Infantino’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Infantino’s office at (518) 262-4439.
Where did Dr. Infantino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Infantino board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Infantino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Infantino speak?
Dr. Infantino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Infantino typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Infantino 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. Infantino. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
- Regional Enteritis with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Infantino typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Infantino 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. Infantino. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Removal of Fecal Impaction or Foreign Body Under Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Fecal Impaction Extraction
- Rectal Foreign Body Removal
- Anesthetized Bowel Clearance
CPT Codes:
- 45915: Removal of fecal impaction or foreign body (separate procedure) under anesthesia
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Pill Camera
- Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
- Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
- Intestinal Imaging Pill
CPT Codes:
- 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Infantino accept my insurance?
Dr. Infantino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-4439 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Infantino accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Infantino in Albany, 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Infantino's office located?
What is Dr. Infantino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Infantino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093978926.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Infantino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Infantino
What is Dr. Benjamin Infantino's specialty?
Dr. Infantino is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Albany, NY.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Infantino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Infantino is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, A.o. Fox Hospital 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 Benjamin Infantino accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Infantino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Infantino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Infantino's office at (518) 262-4439 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Infantino?
Please contact Dr. Infantino's office at (518) 262-4439 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Infantino have?
Dr. Benjamin Infantino is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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