Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere, MD
Albany, NY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere completed her residency at Columbia University Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere’s office at (518) 285-5815.
Where did Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbia University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1999, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009
What languages does Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere speak?
Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere 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. Pesquera Teissonniere. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere accept my insurance?
Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 285-5815 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
MVP Health Care
NYS Hamaspik Association
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's office located?
Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere's Primary Practice
445 New Karner Rd
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 285-5815
Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere's Practice 2
1240 New Scotland Rd Ste 205
Slingerlands, NY 12159
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians
Member
What is Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689981920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere
What is Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere's specialty?
Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Albany, 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. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere is affiliated with Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh, Westchester Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Montefiore Nyack Hospital, Vassar Brothers 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 Maria Pesquera Teissonniere accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's office at (518) 285-5815 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Pesquera Teissonniere?
Please contact Dr. Pesquera Teissonniere's office at (518) 285-5815 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere have?
Dr. Maria Pesquera Teissonniere is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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