Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busch, Endocrinologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Robert Busch, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Busch completed his residency at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Busch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busch’s office at (518) 489-4704.
Where did Dr. Busch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Albany Medical Center
Residency: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | North Shore University Hospital
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa
Is Dr. Busch board certified as an Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Busch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1985, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1982
What languages does Dr. Busch speak?
Dr. Busch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Busch typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Busch 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. Busch. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Busch typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Busch may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Busch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Busch accept my insurance?
Dr. Busch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 489-4704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busch accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Busch 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Busch's office located?
What is Dr. Busch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457358715.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busch
What is Dr. Robert Busch's specialty?
Dr. Busch is a Endocrinologist near Albany, NY.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Robert Busch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busch is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Busch accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Busch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Busch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (518) 489-4704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Busch?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (518) 489-4704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Busch have?
Dr. Robert Busch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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