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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elguero, Family Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Carlos Elguero, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Elguero graduated from All Saints University School of Medicine. Dr. Elguero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elguero’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elguero’s office at (518) 207-2273.
Where did Dr. Elguero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | All Saints University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Elguero board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Elguero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elguero speak?
Dr. Elguero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elguero typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elguero 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. Elguero. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elguero typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elguero 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. Elguero. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
- Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
- Multiple Skin Tag Removal
- Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
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
Does Dr. Elguero accept my insurance?
Dr. Elguero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 207-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elguero accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Elguero in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gulf Health Plans
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elguero's office located?
Dr. Carlos Elguero's Primary Practice
391 Myrtle Ave Ste 4A
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 207-2273
What is Dr. Elguero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elguero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962665737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elguero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elguero
What is Dr. Carlos Elguero's specialty?
Dr. Elguero is a Family Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Carlos Elguero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elguero is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Glens Falls 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Elguero accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Elguero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Elguero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elguero's office at (518) 207-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Elguero?
Please contact Dr. Elguero's office at (518) 207-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Elguero have?
Dr. Carlos Elguero is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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