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Dr. Alan Plumer, MD

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Dr. Alan Plumer, MD

Chester, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Plumer, Gastroenterologist in Chester, NY?

    Dr. Alan Plumer, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Chester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Plumer completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine. Dr. Plumer is fluent in English and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plumer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plumer’s office at (845) 703-8806.

    Where did Dr. Plumer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Plumer board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Plumer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Plumer speak?

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

    • English

    • Yiddish

    What conditions does Dr. Plumer treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Plumer 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. Plumer. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    What procedures does Dr. Plumer perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Plumer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Plumer. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Polyp Removal
    • Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
    • Endoscopic Hemostasis
    • Colonoscopy for Bleeding

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Plumer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Plumer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 703-8806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Plumer accept in Chester, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Plumer's office located?

    Dr. Alan Plumer's Primary Practice

    1460 State Route 17M Ste A

    Chester, NY 10918

    (845) 703-8806

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    Dr. Alan Plumer's Practice 2

    21 Edward J Lempka Dr

    Florida, NY 10921

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    Dr. Alan Plumer's Practice 3

    15 Maple Ave

    Warwick, NY 10990

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Patients give Dr. Alan Plumer an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Plumer has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Plumer, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Plumer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760405245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plumer?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Plumer's specialty?

    Dr. Plumer is a Gastroenterologist near Chester, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Plumer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alan Plumer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Plumer is affiliated with Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh, NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Westchester Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical 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

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    Is Alan Plumer accepting new patients in Chester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Plumer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Plumer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Plumer's office at (845) 703-8806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alan Plumer?

    Please contact Dr. Plumer's office at (845) 703-8806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Plumer have?

    Dr. Alan Plumer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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