Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rassias, Thoracic Surgeon in Albany, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rassias?
Dr. Dennis Rassias, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon 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. Rassias empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Esophageal Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albany, NY community, Dr. Rassias is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Rassias speak?
Dr. Rassias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Greek
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Rassias typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Rassias 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. Rassias. 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:
- Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
- Bronchial Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Tracheal Disorder
- Lung tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
- Tracheal or bronchial growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Rassias typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Rassias 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. Rassias. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
Also known as:
- Mediastinoscopy with Lymph Node Biopsy
- Chest Lymph Node Biopsy
- Mediastinal Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Staging Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 39402: Mediastinoscopy; with lymph node biopsy(ies) (eg, lung cancer staging)
Does Dr. Rassias accept my insurance?
Dr. Rassias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 454-0846 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rassias accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Rassias in Albany, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independent Health Association
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rassias' office located?
Dr. Dennis Rassias' Primary Practice
319 S Manning Blvd Ste 106
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 454-0846
What hospitals are Dr. Rassias affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rassias has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Rassias's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rassias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346227337.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rassias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rassias