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Dr. Boris Shkolnik, MD

Dr. Boris Shkolnik, MD

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shkolnik, Critical Care Internist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Boris Shkolnik, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. Dr. Shkolnik is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shkolnik’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shkolnik’s office at (215) 244-4740.

    What languages does Dr. Shkolnik speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shkolnik typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shkolnik 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. Shkolnik. 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:

    • Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF Lung Disease
    • Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoid
    • Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Shkolnik typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Boris Shkolnik may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shkolnik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shkolnik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 244-4740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shkolnik 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. Shkolnik's office located?

    Department Of Internal Medicine

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (215) 244-4740

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

    Dr. Shkolnik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356608905.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shkolnik?

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

    What is Dr. Boris Shkolnik's specialty?

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Boris Shkolnik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Boris Shkolnik accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Boris Shkolnik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Boris Shkolnik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shkolnik's office at (215) 244-4740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Boris Shkolnik?

    Please contact Dr. Shkolnik's office at (215) 244-4740 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shkolnik's office located?

    Dr. Shkolnik's office is located in Albany, NY.