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Dr. Christian Defazio, MD

Dr. Christian Defazio, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Buffalo, NY

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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Defazio typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Defazio typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Defazio may include:

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

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Defazio's office located?

    Dr. Christian Defazio's Primary Practice

    100 High St

    Buffalo, NY 14203

    (716) 204-4500

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    Dr. Christian Defazio's Practice 2

    2950 Elmwood Ave

    Kenmore, NY 14217

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    Dr. Christian Defazio's Practice 3

    3669 Southwestern Blvd

    Orchard Park, NY 14127

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    What is Dr. Defazio's NPI number?A 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Buffalo, NY.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Christian Defazio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Defazio is affiliated with Olean General Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. 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 Dr. Christian Defazio?

    Please contact Dr. Defazio's office at (716) 204-4500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Defazio's office located?

    Dr. Defazio's offices are located in Buffalo, NY, Kenmore, NY, and Orchard Park, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Defazio have?

    Dr. Christian Defazio is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.