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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asher, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Shellie Asher, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Asher graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Asher is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asher’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asher’s office at (518) 262-3773.
Where did Dr. Asher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Emergency Medicine | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Asher speak?
Dr. Asher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Asher typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asher 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. Asher. 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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Asher typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shellie Asher may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Asher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asher accept my insurance?
Dr. Asher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-3773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asher accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Asher in Albany, 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)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Asher's office located?
What is Dr. Asher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376540732.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asher
What is Dr. Shellie Asher's specialty?
Dr. Asher is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shellie Asher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asher is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shellie Asher accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shellie Asher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shellie Asher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asher's office at (518) 262-3773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shellie Asher?
Please contact Dr. Asher's office at (518) 262-3773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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