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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shultz, Hospitalist in Albany, NY?
Dr. John Shultz, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shultz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shultz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shultz’s office at (518) 262-6281.
What languages does Dr. Shultz speak?
Dr. Shultz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shultz typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Shultz 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. Shultz. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Shultz typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. John Shultz may include:
Please contact Dr. Shultz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shultz accept my insurance?
Dr. Shultz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-6281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shultz accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Shultz in Albany, 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)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shultz's office located?
What is Dr. Shultz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shultz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689051740.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shultz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shultz
What is Dr. John Shultz's specialty?
Dr. Shultz is a Hospitalist near Albany, NY.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. John Shultz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shultz is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Shultz accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. John Shultz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Shultz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shultz's office at (518) 262-6281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Shultz?
Please contact Dr. Shultz's office at (518) 262-6281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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