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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lydecker, Internist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Heather Lydecker, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. Dr. Lydecker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lydecker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lydecker’s office at (518) 525-1550.
What languages does Dr. Lydecker speak?
Dr. Lydecker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lydecker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lydecker 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. Lydecker. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lydecker typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Lydecker may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lydecker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lydecker accept my insurance?
Dr. Lydecker 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. Lydecker accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Lydecker in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lydecker's office located?
Dr. Heather Lydecker's Primary Practice
315 S Manning Blvd
Albany, NY 12208
(518) 525-1550
What is Dr. Lydecker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lydecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992124440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lydecker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lydecker
What is Dr. Heather Lydecker's specialty?
Dr. Lydecker is a Internist near Albany, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Heather Lydecker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lydecker is affiliated with St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny 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 Heather Lydecker accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Heather Lydecker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Lydecker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lydecker's office at (518) 525-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Lydecker?
Please contact Dr. Lydecker's office at (518) 525-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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