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Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski, MD

Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Rochester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Makowski, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Makowski graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed her residency at Baystate Medical Center. She is a member of the UMass Memorial Medical Group. Dr. Makowski is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makowski’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makowski’s office at (603) 580-6414.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Makowski?

    Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Makowski empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain - Cancer, Palliative Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rochester, NY community, Dr. Makowski is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Makowski go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Univ. of MI, Fellow | San Diego Hospital, Fellow:Palliative Medicine

    • Residency: Baystate Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Makowski board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Makowski speak?

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

    • English
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Makowski typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Makowski 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. Makowski. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Makowski typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski may include:

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

    Does Dr. Makowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Makowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 580-6414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Makowski accept in Rochester, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Medicare

    • Oscar

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Makowski's office located?

    Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski's Primary Practice

    1555 Long Pond Rd

    Rochester, NY 14626

    (603) 580-6414

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    What hospitals are Dr. Makowski affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Makowski has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    UMass Memorial Medical Group

    Member

    Awards

    FACP

    FAAHPM

    Leonard Tow Award for Medical Humanism

    Gold Doc: Arnold P. Gold Foundation for Humanism in Medicine

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

    Dr. Makowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396786992.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makowski?

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

    What is Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski's specialty?

    Dr. Makowski is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Rochester, NY.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Makowski is affiliated with Unity Hospital 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Suzana Katarina Makowski accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Makowski's office at (603) 580-6414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski?

    Please contact Dr. Makowski's office at (603) 580-6414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Makowski's office located?

    Dr. Makowski's office is located in Rochester, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski have?

    Dr. Suzana Katarina Makowski is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.