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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bilal, Hospitalist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Sahar Bilal, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bilal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bilal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bilal’s office at (518) 525-1550.
What languages does Dr. Bilal speak?
Dr. Bilal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bilal typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bilal 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. Bilal. 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
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bilal typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sahar Bilal may include:
Please contact Dr. Bilal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bilal accept my insurance?
Dr. Bilal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 525-1550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bilal accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Bilal in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Bilal's office located?
What is Dr. Bilal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bilal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235667940.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bilal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bilal
What is Dr. Sahar Bilal's specialty?
Dr. Bilal 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. Sahar Bilal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bilal is affiliated with St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sahar Bilal accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sahar Bilal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sahar Bilal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bilal's office at (518) 525-1550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sahar Bilal?
Please contact Dr. Bilal's office at (518) 525-1550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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