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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mierek, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Christopher Mierek, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mierek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mierek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mierek’s office at (315) 338-7000.
What languages does Dr. Mierek speak?
Dr. Mierek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mierek typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mierek 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. Mierek. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mierek typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Mierek may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mierek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mierek accept my insurance?
Dr. Mierek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 338-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mierek accept in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Mierek in Amsterdam, 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mierek's office located?
Dr. Christopher Mierek's Primary Practice
427 Guy Park Ave
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(315) 338-7000
What is Dr. Mierek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mierek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790911931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mierek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mierek
What is Dr. Christopher Mierek's specialty?
Dr. Mierek is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Amsterdam, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Christopher Mierek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mierek is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Medical Center, The Mount Sinai 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
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Is Christopher Mierek accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mierek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Mierek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mierek's office at (315) 338-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mierek?
Please contact Dr. Mierek's office at (315) 338-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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