33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bakst, Endocrinologist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bakst completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bakst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bakst’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bakst’s office at (518) 489-4704.
Where did Dr. Bakst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa
Is Dr. Bakst board certified in Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Bakst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bakst speak?
Dr. Bakst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bakst treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Bakst 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. Bakst. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Other Forms of Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Secondary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M818: Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Which procedures does Dr. Bakst perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Gary Bakst 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bakst's office.
Does Dr. Bakst accept my insurance?
Dr. Bakst 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. Bakst accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Bakst 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
CDPHP
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthNow New York
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bakst's office located?
What is Dr. Bakst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bakst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275530537.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bakst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bakst
What is Dr. Gary Bakst's specialty?
Dr. Bakst is a Endocrinologist near Albany, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Bakst to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Bakst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bakst is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Samaritan Hospital - Albany Memorial Campus, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, NY. 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 Gary Bakst accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gary Bakst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Bakst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bakst's office at (518) 489-4704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Bakst?
Please contact Dr. Bakst's office at (518) 489-4704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Bakst have?
Dr. Gary Bakst is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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