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Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad, MD

Schenectady, NY

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prasad, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Prasad graduated from Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Prasad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prasad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasad’s office at (518) 243-4121.

    Where did Dr. Prasad go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Rajendra Med Coll, Ranchi University, Ranchi, Bihar, India | Ranchi University / Rajendra Medical College | Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Prasad speak?

    Dr. Prasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Prasad treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, 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:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Prasad perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prasad's office.

    Does Dr. Prasad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prasad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 243-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prasad accept in Schenectady, NY?

    Dr. Prasad in Schenectady, 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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Healthfirst

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicare

    • Metro Plus

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Prasad's office located?

    Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad's Primary Practice

    1101 Nott St

    Schenectady, NY 12308

    (518) 243-4121

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    Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad's Practice 2

    315 S Manning Blvd

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad's Practice 3

    2215 Burdett Ave

    Troy, NY 12180

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    What is Dr. Prasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Prasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578503512.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasad?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasad

    What is Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad's specialty?

    Dr. Prasad is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Schenectady, 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. Prasad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prasad is affiliated with Ellis 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

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    Is Chittaranjan Prasad accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chittaranjan Prasad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (518) 243-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chittaranjan Prasad?

    Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (518) 243-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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