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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. Dr. Pughsley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pughsley’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pughsley typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pughsley typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Pughsley 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. Pughsley's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. 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, Ahn Saint Vincent Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Upmc Hamot, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center 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 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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