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Dr. Alexander Grinshpun, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Troy, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grinshpun, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Troy, NY?

    Dr. Alexander Grinshpun, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Troy, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Grinshpun graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) Program. Dr. Grinshpun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grinshpun’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grinshpun’s office at (330) 493-4443.

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

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Beth Israel) Program

    • Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Grinshpun board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Grinshpun, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Grinshpun speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grinshpun typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Grinshpun 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. Grinshpun. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Grinshpun typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Grinshpun may include:

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

    Does Dr. Grinshpun accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grinshpun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 493-4443 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grinshpun accept in Troy, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Risant Health

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Grinshpun's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Grinshpun's Primary Practice

    2215 Burdett Ave

    Troy, NY 12180

    (330) 493-4443

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    Dr. Alexander Grinshpun's Practice 2

    216 River St Ste 3

    Troy, NY 12180

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

    Dr. Grinshpun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558456004.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grinshpun?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Grinshpun's specialty?

    Dr. Grinshpun is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Troy, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alexander Grinshpun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grinshpun is affiliated with St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Albany 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

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    Is Dr. Alexander Grinshpun accepting new patients in Troy, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Grinshpun is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Grinshpun offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grinshpun's office at (330) 493-4443 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Grinshpun?

    Please contact Dr. Grinshpun's office at (330) 493-4443 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Grinshpun's office located?

    Dr. Grinshpun's office is located in Troy, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Grinshpun have?

    Dr. Alexander Grinshpun is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.