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Dr. Pawel Kuczaj, DO

Anesthesiologist

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuczaj, Anesthesiologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Pawel Kuczaj, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kuczaj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuczaj’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuczaj’s office at (718) 270-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Kuczaj speak?

    Dr. Kuczaj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kuczaj typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kuczaj 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. Kuczaj. 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:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kuczaj typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Pawel Kuczaj may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kuczaj's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kuczaj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuczaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuczaj accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Kuczaj in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • 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. Kuczaj's office located?

    Dr. Pawel Kuczaj's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (718) 270-1000

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    Dr. Pawel Kuczaj's Practice 2

    1769 Union St Ste 3

    Schenectady, NY 12309

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    Dr. Pawel Kuczaj's Practice 3

    45 Reade Pl

    Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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    What is Dr. Kuczaj's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kuczaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578024501.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuczaj?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuczaj

    What is Dr. Pawel Kuczaj's specialty?

    Dr. Kuczaj is an 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 Dr. Pawel Kuczaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuczaj is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center 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 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 Dr. Pawel Kuczaj accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Pawel Kuczaj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pawel Kuczaj offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuczaj's office at (718) 270-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pawel Kuczaj?

    Please contact Dr. Kuczaj's office at (718) 270-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kuczaj's office located?

    Dr. Kuczaj's offices are located in Albany, NY, Schenectady, NY, and Poughkeepsie, NY.