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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schenker, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Keith Schenker, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schenker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schenker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schenker’s office.
What languages does Dr. Schenker speak?
Dr. Schenker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schenker typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schenker 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. Schenker. 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Schenker typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Keith Schenker 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. Schenker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schenker accept my insurance?
Dr. Schenker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schenker accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Schenker in Schenectady, 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)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schenker's office located?
What is Dr. Schenker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schenker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316367394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schenker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schenker
What is Dr. Keith Schenker's specialty?
Dr. Schenker is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Schenectady, 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. Keith Schenker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schenker is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center, Westchester Medical Center, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, The Valley 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Keith Schenker accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Keith Schenker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Schenker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schenker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Schenker?
Please contact Dr. Schenker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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