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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dirusso, Nephrologist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Michael Dirusso, DO is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dirusso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dirusso’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dirusso’s office at (518) 374-4207.
What languages does Dr. Dirusso speak?
Dr. Dirusso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dirusso treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Dirusso 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. Dirusso. 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 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- 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 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- 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 Overload
- High Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
- Hypernatremia
- High Blood Sodium
- Too Much Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
- E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
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
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
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. Dirusso perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Dirusso 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. Dirusso's office.
Does Dr. Dirusso accept my insurance?
Dr. Dirusso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 374-4207 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dirusso accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Dirusso in Schenectady, 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. Dirusso's office located?
Dr. Michael Dirusso's Primary Practice
1201 Nott St Ste 203
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 374-4207
What is Dr. Dirusso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dirusso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700023868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dirusso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dirusso
What is Dr. Michael Dirusso's specialty?
Dr. Dirusso is a Nephrologist near Schenectady, 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. Dirusso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Dirusso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dirusso is affiliated with Ellis Hospital, Albany Medical Center, Saratoga Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Michael Dirusso accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Dirusso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Dirusso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dirusso's office at (518) 374-4207 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Dirusso?
Please contact Dr. Dirusso's office at (518) 374-4207 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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