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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cortazar, Nephrologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Frank Cortazar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cortazar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cortazar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cortazar’s office at (518) 434-2244.
What languages does Dr. Cortazar speak?
Dr. Cortazar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cortazar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cortazar 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. Cortazar. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Lupus
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vasculitis
- Artery Inflammation
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
- Arteritis
- Vascular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
- I776: Arteritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Which procedures does Dr. Cortazar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frank Cortazar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cortazar's office.
Does Dr. Cortazar accept my insurance?
Dr. Cortazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 434-2244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cortazar accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Cortazar 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
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Humana
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cortazar's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Frank Cortazar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Cortazar 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. Cortazar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Cortazar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cortazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699060368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cortazar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cortazar
What is Dr. Frank Cortazar's specialty?
Dr. Cortazar is a Nephrologist near Albany, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Cortazar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frank Cortazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cortazar is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Frank Cortazar accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Frank Cortazar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Cortazar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cortazar's office at (518) 434-2244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Cortazar?
Please contact Dr. Cortazar's office at (518) 434-2244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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