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Dr. Panayiotis Varelas, MD

Neurologist

Albany, NY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varelas, Neurologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Panayiotis Varelas, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Varelas graduated from Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati' and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program. Dr. Varelas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varelas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varelas’s office at (313) 916-2600.

    Where did Dr. Varelas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program

    • Medical School: Athens Medical School | Tbilisi National University 'Gaenati'

    Is Dr. Varelas board certified as a Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Panayiotis Varelas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Varelas speak?

    Dr. Varelas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Varelas typically treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Varelas 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. Varelas. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63511: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of right middle cerebral artery
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Intracerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Brain bleed
    • ICH
    • Bleeding in the brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
    • I610: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage in hemisphere, subcortical

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus

    What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Varelas typically perform?

    As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Panayiotis Varelas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Varelas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Varelas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varelas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 916-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varelas accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Varelas 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Varelas' office located?

    Dr. Panayiotis Varelas' Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (313) 916-2600

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    What is Dr. Varelas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Varelas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477628113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varelas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varelas

    What is Dr. Panayiotis Varelas's specialty?

    Dr. Varelas is a Neurologist near Albany, NY.

    What does a Neurologist do?

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Is Dr. Panayiotis Varelas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varelas is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls Hospital 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

    When to see a Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Panayiotis Varelas accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Panayiotis Varelas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Panayiotis Varelas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varelas' office at (313) 916-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Panayiotis Varelas?

    Please contact Dr. Varelas' office at (313) 916-2600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Varelas' office located?

    Dr. Varelas' office is located in Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Panayiotis Varelas have?

    Dr. Panayiotis Varelas is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.