Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Starnes, Specialist in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Hal Starnes, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Saratoga Springs, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Starnes completed his residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Starnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starnes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starnes’s office at (518) 581-1100.
Where did Dr. Starnes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery | Brigham&Womens Hosp-Harvard
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca
Is Dr. Starnes board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hal Starnes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Starnes speak?
Dr. Starnes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Starnes treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Starnes 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. Starnes. 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.
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Actinic Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Sun Exposure
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Solar keratosis
- Precancerous skin lesion
- Rough sun spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- L570: Actinic keratosis
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44310: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of unspecified parts of face
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Unspecified Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- General breast problem
- Breast condition not specified
- Undiagnosed breast issue
ICD-10 Codes:
- N649: Disorder of breast, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Family History of Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic predisposition to cancer
- Hereditary cancer risk
- Cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z809: Family history of malignant neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC
- Malignant Skin Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4491: Basal cell carcinoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Does Dr. Starnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Starnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 581-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Starnes accept in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Dr. Starnes in Saratoga Springs, 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
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Starnes' office located?
Dr. Hal Starnes' Primary Practice
381 Church St
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 581-1100
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Hal Starnes an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Starnes has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Starnes, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Starnes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Starnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528083482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starnes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starnes
What is Dr. Hal Starnes's specialty?
Dr. Starnes is a Specialist near Saratoga Springs, NY. Contact Dr. Starnes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hal Starnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Starnes is affiliated with Saratoga Hospital, Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Health Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Hal Starnes accepting new patients in Saratoga Springs, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hal Starnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hal Starnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Starnes's office at (518) 581-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hal Starnes?
Please contact Dr. Starnes's office at (518) 581-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hal Starnes have?
Dr. Hal Starnes is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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