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Dr. Rafael Achecar, MD

Anesthesiologist

Utica, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Achecar, Anesthesiologist in Utica, NY?

    Dr. Rafael Achecar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY. Dr. Achecar graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Anesthesiology; Harlem Hospital Center, Anesthesiology; St Clares Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Achecar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Achecar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Achecar’s office at (315) 798-9788.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Anesthesiology; Harlem Hospital Center, Anesthesiology; St Clares Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | ST CLARES HOSPITAL AND HEALTHCARE CENTER

    • Medical School: University Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd) | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Achecar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Achecar typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Achecar 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. Achecar. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Other Early Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Other Developing Cataract
    • Other Incipient Senile Cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H25092: Other age-related incipient cataract, left eye
    • H25091: Other age-related incipient cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Achecar typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Achecar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Achecar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Achecar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Achecar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 798-9788 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Achecar accept in Utica, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Achecar's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Achecar's Primary Practice

    2209 Genesee St

    Utica, NY 13501

    (315) 798-9788

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

    Dr. Achecar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407805542.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Achecar?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Achecar's specialty?

    Dr. Achecar is an Anesthesiologist near Utica, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Rafael Achecar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Achecar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rafael Achecar accepting new patients in Utica, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Achecar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Achecar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Achecar's office at (315) 798-9788 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rafael Achecar?

    Please contact Dr. Achecar's office at (315) 798-9788 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Achecar's office located?

    Dr. Achecar's office is located in Utica, NY.