EverydayHealthLogo
JM

Dr. Joseph Mcdonald, MD

Syracuse, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office at (708) 684-5437.

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcdonald treat?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lupus
    • Lupus with Organ Involvement
    • Lupus kidney disease
    • Kidney Disease
    • Systemic lupus erythematosus
    • SLE
    • Disseminated lupus erythematosus
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
    • SLE Affecting Organs
    • Lupus Complications
    • Lupus nephritis
    • Kidney inflammation from lupus
    • Glomerulonephritis in SLE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
    • M3219: Other organ or system involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus
    • M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Arthritis
    • Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
    • Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
    • Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
    • Rheumatoid arthritis
    • JIA
    • Childhood arthritis
    • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
    • Oligoarticular JIA
    • Few-joint juvenile arthritis
    • Childhood oligoarthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
    • M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
    • M0820: Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis with systemic onset, unspecified site
    • M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
    • M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Raynaud's Phenomenon
    • Raynaud Phenomenon
    • Raynaud’s Phenomenon
    • Raynaud's Disease', 'Raynaud's Syndrome
    • Cold Fingers and Toes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7300: Raynaud's syndrome without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
    • Overlap Syndrome
    • Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M351: Other overlap syndromes

    Also known as:

    • Relapsing Fever
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Recurrent fever
    • Borreliosis
    • Tick-borne relapsing fever

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A689: Relapsing fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Childhood psoriatic arthritis
    • Psoriasis arthritis in kids
    • Pediatric psoriatic joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4054: Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy

    What procedures does Dr. Mcdonald perform?

    As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Mcdonald performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mcdonald. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 684-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Mcdonald in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Chevron

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's Primary Practice

    251 Salina Meadows Pkwy Ste 100

    Syracuse, NY 13212

    (708) 684-5437

    Get Directions

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's Practice 2

    725 Irving Ave Fl 8

    Syracuse, NY 13210

    Get Directions

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's Practice 3

    9555 S 52nd Ave

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568882157.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonald is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Syracuse, NY. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Mcdonald to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonald is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Rheumatologist?

    Explore Pediatric Rheumatologist with 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 Joseph Mcdonald accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Mcdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (708) 684-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Mcdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (708) 684-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Other Pediatric Rheumatologist Near Syracuse, NY

    CS

    Pediatric Rheumatologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Syracuse, NY
    SB

    Pediatric Rheumatologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Syracuse, NY
    Dr. William Hannan, MD

    Pediatric Rheumatologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Syracuse, NY
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists