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Who is Dr. Samec, Rheumatologist in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Matthew Samec, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Samec is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samec’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samec’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Samec speak?
Dr. Samec and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Samec typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Samec 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. Samec. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Samec typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Samec may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Samec's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samec accept my insurance?
Dr. Samec accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samec accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Samec in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Samec's office located?
What is Dr. Samec's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samec's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447782735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samec?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samec
What is Dr. Matthew Samec's specialty?
Dr. Samec is a Rheumatologist near Rochester, MN.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Matthew Samec affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Samec is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Winnmed Hospital, Regional Health Services Of Howard County, Knoxville Hospital & Clinics, Buchanan County Health Center, Grundy County Memorial Hospital, Cass County Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 Matthew Samec accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Samec is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Samec offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samec's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Samec?
Please contact Dr. Samec's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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