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Dr. Samir Iskhagi, MD

Transplant Surgeon, Surgeon

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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.

    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:

    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

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • 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?

    Dr. Samir Iskhagi's Primary Practice

    43 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (315) 464-9535

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    What is Dr. Iskhagi's NPI number?A 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 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. 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. 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 Dr. Samir Iskhagi?

    Please contact Dr. Iskhagi's office at (315) 464-9535 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Iskhagi's office located?

    Dr. Iskhagi's office is located in Albany, NY.