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Who is Dr. Iskhagi, Transplant Surgeon in Albany, NY?
Dr. Samir Iskhagi, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. Dr. Iskhagi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iskhagi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iskhagi’s office at (315) 464-9535.
What languages does Dr. Iskhagi speak?
Dr. Iskhagi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Iskhagi typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Iskhagi 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. Iskhagi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Abnormal Kidney Function Test
- Kidney Disease
- Irregular Kidney Function Study
- Unusual Kidney Exam
- Kidney Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies
Also known as:
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Iskhagi typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Samir Iskhagi may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Iskhagi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Iskhagi accept my insurance?
Dr. Iskhagi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-9535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iskhagi accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Iskhagi 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. Iskhagi's office located?
What is Dr. Iskhagi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iskhagi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376811331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iskhagi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iskhagi
What is Dr. Samir Iskhagi's specialty?
Dr. Iskhagi is a Transplant Surgeon near Albany, NY.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Samir Iskhagi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iskhagi is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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 Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samir Iskhagi accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Samir Iskhagi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samir Iskhagi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iskhagi's office at (315) 464-9535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samir Iskhagi?
Please contact Dr. Iskhagi's office at (315) 464-9535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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