20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waldman, Nephrologist in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Jonathan Waldman, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Schenectady, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Waldman completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Center. Dr. Waldman is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waldman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waldman’s office at (518) 243-4135.
Where did Dr. Waldman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Center
Medical School: Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University,Ramat Aviv, Israel
Is Dr. Waldman board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Waldman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Waldman speak?
Dr. Waldman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Waldman typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Waldman 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. Waldman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Waldman typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Waldman 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. Waldman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Waldman accept my insurance?
Dr. Waldman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 243-4135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waldman accept in Schenectady, NY?
Dr. Waldman 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Waldman's office located?
Dr. Jonathan Waldman's Primary Practice
1101 Nott St
Schenectady, NY 12308
(518) 243-4135
What is Dr. Waldman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waldman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669415501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waldman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waldman
What is Dr. Jonathan Waldman's specialty?
Dr. Waldman is a Nephrologist near Schenectady, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Jonathan Waldman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waldman is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jonathan Waldman accepting new patients in Schenectady, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Waldman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan Waldman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waldman's office at (518) 243-4135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan Waldman?
Please contact Dr. Waldman's office at (518) 243-4135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Waldman have?
Dr. Jonathan Waldman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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