Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defazio, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Christian Defazio, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Defazio completed his residency at University Il College Of Med. Dr. Defazio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defazio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defazio’s office at (716) 204-4500.
Where did Dr. Defazio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Il College Of Med
Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Defazio board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Defazio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Defazio speak?
Dr. Defazio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Defazio treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Defazio 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. Defazio. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Defazio perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Defazio may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Defazio's office.
Does Dr. Defazio accept my insurance?
Dr. Defazio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 204-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defazio accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Defazio in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Defazio's office located?
Dr. Christian Defazio's Practice 3
3669 Southwestern Blvd
Orchard Park, NY 14127
(716) 204-4500
What is Dr. Defazio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defazio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689627465.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defazio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defazio
What is Dr. Christian Defazio's specialty?
Dr. Defazio is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Buffalo, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Defazio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christian Defazio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defazio is affiliated with Olean General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christian Defazio accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christian Defazio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Defazio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defazio's office at (716) 204-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Defazio?
Please contact Dr. Defazio's office at (716) 204-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Defazio have?
Dr. Christian Defazio is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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