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Who is Dr. Plata, Anesthesiologist in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Edward Plata, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Orchard Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Plata graduated from National University of Health Sciences / National College of Chiropractic and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Anesthesiology. Dr. Plata is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plata’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plata’s office.
Where did Dr. Plata go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | National University of Health Sciences / National College of Chiroprac | National University of Health Sciences / National College of Chiropractic
Is Dr. Plata board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Edward Plata, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Plata speak?
Dr. Plata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Plata typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Plata 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. Plata. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Plata typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Plata 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. Plata. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- TAP Block
- Rectus Sheath Block
- Abdominal Plane Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Plata accept my insurance?
Dr. Plata 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. Plata accept in Orchard Park, NY?
Dr. Plata in Orchard Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Federal government of the United States
Independent Health Association
Martin's Point Health Care
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Where is Dr. Plata's office located?
What is Dr. Plata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346271590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plata
What is Dr. Edward Plata's specialty?
Dr. Plata is a Anesthesiologist near Orchard Park, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Edward Plata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plata is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Edward Plata accepting new patients in Orchard Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Edward Plata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Plata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plata's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Plata?
Please contact Dr. Plata's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Plata have?
Dr. Edward Plata is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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