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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Espert, Anesthesiologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Melissa Espert, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. Dr. Espert is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espert’s office at (315) 464-5540.
What languages does Dr. Espert speak?
Dr. Espert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Espert typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Espert 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. Espert. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Espert typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Espert may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Espert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Espert accept my insurance?
Dr. Espert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-5540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Espert accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Espert 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Espert's office located?
Dr. Melissa Espert's Primary Practice
43 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208
(315) 464-5540
What is Dr. Espert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Espert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427510684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Espert
What is Dr. Melissa Espert's specialty?
Dr. Espert is a Anesthesiologist near Albany, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Melissa Espert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Espert is affiliated with Albany Medical Center 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Melissa Espert accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Espert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Espert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Espert's office at (315) 464-5540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Espert?
Please contact Dr. Espert's office at (315) 464-5540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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