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Dr. Anthony Posca, MD
Saratoga Springs, NY
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Posca, Hospitalist in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Anthony Posca, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Saratoga Springs, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Posca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Posca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Posca’s office at (518) 271-3300.
What languages does Dr. Posca speak?
Dr. Posca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Posca treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Posca 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. Posca. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Posca perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anthony Posca may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Posca's office.
Does Dr. Posca accept my insurance?
Dr. Posca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 271-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Posca accept in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Posca in Saratoga Springs, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Humana
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Posca's office located?
Dr. Anthony Posca's Primary Practice
1 West Ave Ste 300
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 271-3300
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Anthony Posca an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Posca has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Posca, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Posca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Posca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235306739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Posca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Posca
What is Dr. Anthony Posca's specialty?
Dr. Posca is a Hospitalist near Saratoga Springs, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Posca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anthony Posca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Posca is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Anthony Posca accepting new patients in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Posca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anthony Posca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Posca's office at (518) 271-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anthony Posca?
Please contact Dr. Posca's office at (518) 271-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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