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Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD

Anesthesiologist

Albany, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fitzpatrick, Anesthesiologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Fitzpatrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzpatrick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzpatrick’s office at (518) 262-4300.

    Is Dr. Fitzpatrick board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Fitzpatrick speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fitzpatrick 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. Fitzpatrick. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
    • Abnormal GI scan
    • Unusual digestive imaging
    • Digestive system imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Fitzpatrick typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fitzpatrick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fitzpatrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Fitzpatrick 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fitzpatrick's office located?

    Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-4300

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    Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick's Practice 2

    25 Hackett Blvd Ste MC131

    Albany, NY 12208

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

    Dr. Fitzpatrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760603310.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzpatrick?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick's specialty?

    Dr. Fitzpatrick is an Anesthesiologist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fitzpatrick is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Umass Memorial Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Glens Falls 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (518) 262-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzpatrick's office at (518) 262-4300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fitzpatrick's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick have?

    Dr. Michael Fitzpatrick is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.