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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Slater, Family Medicine Specialist in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Michael Slater, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Amherst, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Slater is fluent in English, French, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slater’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slater’s office at (716) 529-3777.
Where did Dr. Slater go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie
What languages does Dr. Slater speak?
Dr. Slater and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Slater treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Slater 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. Slater. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- TBI
- Head injury
- Brain trauma
- Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S062X9D: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Other Depressive Episodes
- Depression
- Atypical depression
- Unspecified depressive disorder
- Other forms of depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3289: Other specified depressive episodes
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin B Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- B Vitamin Shortage
- Lack of B Vitamins
- Low B Vitamins
ICD-10 Codes:
- E539: Vitamin B deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Slater perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Slater may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Slater's office.
Does Dr. Slater accept my insurance?
Dr. Slater accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 529-3777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slater accept in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Slater in Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
VNSNY Choice
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Where is Dr. Slater's office located?
Dr. Michael Slater's Primary Practice
656 N French Rd Ste 4
Amherst, NY 14228
(716) 529-3777
What is Dr. Slater's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slater's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962451666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slater?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slater
What is Dr. Michael Slater's specialty?
Dr. Slater is a Family Medicine Specialist near Amherst, NY. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Slater to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Slater affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slater is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Buffalo General 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 Michael Slater accepting new patients in Amherst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Michael Slater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Slater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (716) 529-3777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Slater?
Please contact Dr. Slater's office at (716) 529-3777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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