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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Griffiths, Hospitalist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Frederick Griffiths, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Griffiths is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffiths’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffiths’s office at (518) 525-1550.
What languages does Dr. Griffiths speak?
Dr. Griffiths and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Griffiths treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Griffiths 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. Griffiths. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Digestive Disease
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- GI problems
- Stomach and gut issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K9289: Other specified diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Griffiths perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frederick Griffiths may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griffiths' office.
Does Dr. Griffiths accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffiths accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 525-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffiths accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Griffiths 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
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CDPHP
Centene
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Griffiths' office located?
Dr. Frederick Griffiths' Primary Practice
315 S Manning Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 525-1550
What is Dr. Griffiths's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffiths's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215373600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffiths?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffiths
What is Dr. Frederick Griffiths's specialty?
Dr. Griffiths is a Hospitalist near Albany, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Griffiths to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frederick Griffiths affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffiths is affiliated with St. Peter's Health Regional Medical Center 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 Frederick Griffiths accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Griffiths is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Griffiths offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffiths's office at (518) 525-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Griffiths?
Please contact Dr. Griffiths's office at (518) 525-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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