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Dr. Rachel Pughsley

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pughsley, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Rachel Pughsley is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pughsley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pughsley’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pughsley’s office at (269) 781-4271.

    What languages does Dr. Pughsley speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pughsley treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pughsley 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. Pughsley. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Tooth Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Gum Disease
    • Dental abscess
    • Tooth infection
    • Periapical infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K047: Periapical abscess without sinus

    Also known as:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Pughsley perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rachel Pughsley may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pughsley's office.

    Does Dr. Pughsley accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pughsley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 781-4271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pughsley accept in Buffalo, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Affiliated Computer Services (ACS)

    • Centene

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pughsley's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Pughsley's Primary Practice

    40 La Riviere Dr Ste 140

    Buffalo, NY 14202

    (269) 781-4271

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    Dr. Rachel Pughsley's Practice 2

    1540 Maple Rd

    Buffalo, NY 14221

    (716) 568-3600

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    Dr. Rachel Pughsley's Practice 3

    445 Tremont St

    North Tonawanda, NY 14120

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

    Dr. Pughsley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841602919.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pughsley?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Pughsley's specialty?

    Dr. Pughsley is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Buffalo, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Pughsley to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rachel Pughsley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pughsley is affiliated with Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, UPMC Hamot, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Rachel Pughsley accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Pughsley is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Pughsley offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pughsley's office at (269) 781-4271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rachel Pughsley?

    Please contact Dr. Pughsley's office at (269) 781-4271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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