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Dr. James Beesley, MD

Anesthesiologist

Schenectady, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Beesley, Anesthesiologist in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. James Beesley, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Beesley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beesley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beesley’s office at (518) 374-3123.

    What languages does Dr. Beesley speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Beesley 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. Beesley. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Female Infertility
    • Female Sterility
    • Difficulty Getting Pregnant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N979: Female infertility, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Beesley 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. Beesley. 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:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Beesley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Beesley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 374-3123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Beesley accept in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Beesley in Schenectady, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Beesley's office located?

    Dr. James Beesley's Primary Practice

    1101 Nott St

    Schenectady, NY 12308

    (518) 374-3123

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    Dept Of Anesthesiology

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. James Beesley's Practice 3

    16 Maxwell Dr

    Clifton Park, NY 12065

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

    Dr. Beesley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609370642.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beesley?

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

    What is Dr. James Beesley's specialty?

    Dr. Beesley is an Anesthesiologist near Schenectady, 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. James Beesley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Beesley is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, 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

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    Is Dr. James Beesley accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Beesley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Beesley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Beesley's office at (518) 374-3123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Beesley?

    Please contact Dr. Beesley's office at (518) 374-3123 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Beesley's office located?

    Dr. Beesley's offices are located in Schenectady, NY, Albany, NY, and Clifton Park, NY.