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Who is Dr. Santella, Anesthesiologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Donald Santella, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Santella graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Santella is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santella’s office at (518) 463-0050.
Where did Dr. Santella go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Hospital SUNY Health Science Center | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Santella board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Donald Santella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Santella speak?
Dr. Santella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Santella typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Santella 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. Santella. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Torn Shoulder Tendon
- Shoulder Tendon Rupture
- Rotator Cuff Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75122: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of left shoulder, not specified as traumatic
Also known as:
- Knee Ligament Sprain
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Sprained Knee Ligament
- Ligament Injury in Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Santella typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Santella 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. Santella. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Santella accept my insurance?
Dr. Santella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 463-0050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santella accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Santella in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point Health Care
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santella's office located?
Dr. Donald Santella's Primary Practice
1450 Western Ave Ste 102
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 463-0050
What is Dr. Santella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427053735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santella
What is Dr. Donald Santella's specialty?
Dr. Santella is a Anesthesiologist near Albany, 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. Donald Santella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santella is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Donald Santella accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Donald Santella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Santella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santella's office at (518) 463-0050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Santella?
Please contact Dr. Santella's office at (518) 463-0050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Santella have?
Dr. Donald Santella is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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