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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Steckel, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Troy, NY?
Dr. Brian Steckel, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Troy, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Steckel completed his residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Baystate Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Steckel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Steckel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steckel’s office.
Where did Dr. Steckel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New England Medical Center Hospitals | Mount Sinai Medical Center, Colorectal Fellowship | New England Medical Center, Research Fellow
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Baystate Med Ctr, General Surgery | Baystate Med Center | Baystate Medical Center | Baystate Medical Center
Is Dr. Steckel board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Brian Steckel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Steckel speak?
Dr. Steckel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Steckel treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Steckel 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. Steckel. 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:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Chronic Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
- Long-Term Anal Tear
- Persistent Rectal Fissure
- Chronic Fissure in Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
- K601: Chronic anal fissure
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Itching
- Anal Disorder
- Itching
- Pruritus Ani
- Itchy Anus
- Perianal Itch
ICD-10 Codes:
- L290: Pruritus ani
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K611: Rectal abscess
Also known as:
- Other Digestive Symptoms
- Digestive Disease
- Unspecified Abdominal Symptoms
- Other Belly Problems
- Digestive System Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R198: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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
What procedures does Dr. Steckel perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Steckel performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Steckel. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal (Ligation)
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Removal
- Non-Rubber Band Ligation
CPT Codes:
- 46946: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by ligation other than rubber band; 2 or more hemorrhoid columns/groups, without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Steckel accept my insurance?
Dr. Steckel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Steckel accept in Troy, NY?
Dr. Steckel in Troy, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CDPHP
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Steckel's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
Resident Teacher Of The Year
Baystate Medical
Golden Apple Teaching Award
Center
What is Dr. Steckel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Steckel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285671925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steckel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Steckel
What is Dr. Brian Steckel's specialty?
Dr. Steckel is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Troy, NY. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Steckel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Steckel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Steckel is affiliated with St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY, Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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 Brian Steckel accepting new patients in Troy, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brian Steckel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Steckel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Steckel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Steckel?
Please contact Dr. Steckel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Steckel have?
Dr. Brian Steckel is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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