Dr. Shankar Das, MD
Albany, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Das, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Shankar Das, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Das graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Cli, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Das is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Das’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Das’s office at (518) 489-2666.
Where did Dr. Das go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Cli, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Das board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Das, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Das speak?
Dr. Das and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Das typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Das 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. Das. 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:
- Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Swimmer's Shoulder
- Impingement Syndrome
- Rotator Cuff Impingement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7541: Impingement syndrome of right shoulder
- M7542: Impingement syndrome of left shoulder
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Sprained Right Hip
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
- Right Hip Strain
- Right Hip Ligament Injury
- Pulled Right Hip Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
- S73101D: Unspecified sprain of right hip, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Softening of Kneecap Cartilage
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Patellar Chondromalacia
- Runner's Knee
- Anterior Knee Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2241: Chondromalacia patellae, right knee
- M2242: Chondromalacia patellae, left knee
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Das typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Das 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. Das. 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:
- Shoulder Bone Shaving (Arthroscopic)
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Distal Claviculectomy
- Mumford Procedure (Arthroscopic)
- AC Joint Resection (Arthroscopic)
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29824: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; distal claviculectomy including distal articular surface (Mumford procedure)
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Femoroplasty
- Endoscopy
- Hip Scope Surgery
- Cam Lesion Treatment Hip
- Hip Joint Reshaping Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29914: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with femoroplasty (ie, treatment of cam lesion)
Also known as:
- Hip Arthroscopy with Labral Repair
- Endoscopy
- Surgical Hip Arthroscopy
- Hip Labral Tear Repair
- Keyhole Hip Surgery with Labral Repair
- Minimally Invasive Hip Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29916: Arthroscopy, hip, surgical; with labral repair
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Does Dr. Das accept my insurance?
Dr. Das accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 489-2666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Das accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Das in Albany, 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Das' office located?
Dr. Shankar Das' Primary Practice
1367 Washington Ave Ste 200
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 489-2666
What is Dr. Das's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Das's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386732139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Das?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Das
What is Dr. Shankar Das's specialty?
Dr. Das is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Shankar Das affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Das is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, 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 Shankar Das accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Das is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shankar Das offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Das's office at (518) 489-2666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shankar Das?
Please contact Dr. Das's office at (518) 489-2666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shankar Das have?
Dr. Shankar Das is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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