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Who is Dr. Banas, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Dunkirk, NY?
Dr. Anne Banas, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Dunkirk, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Banas graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Banas is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banas’s office at (716) 686-8460.
Where did Dr. Banas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences | UB School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Banas speak?
Dr. Banas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Banas typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Banas 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. Banas. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Banas typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Anne Banas may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Banas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Banas accept my insurance?
Dr. Banas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 686-8460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banas accept in Dunkirk, NY?
Dr. Banas in Dunkirk, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Banas' office located?
What is Dr. Banas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255650842.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banas
What is Dr. Anne Banas's specialty?
Dr. Banas is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Dunkirk, 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 this Dr. Anne Banas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Banas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ecmc Health Campus, Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Anne Banas accepting new patients in Dunkirk, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anne Banas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anne Banas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banas's office at (716) 686-8460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anne Banas?
Please contact Dr. Banas's office at (716) 686-8460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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