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Dr. Douglas Charney, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Massapequa, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Charney, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Massapequa, NY?

    Dr. Douglas Charney, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Massapequa, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Charney graduated from New York Medical College, completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine, and is currently affiliated with Nyack Hospital Pathology Dept. Dr. Charney is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charney’s office at (845) 348-2270.

    Where did Dr. Charney go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine | Albany Med Center Hospital

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Charney board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Charney, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Charney speak?

    Dr. Charney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Charney typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Charney 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. Charney. 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:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Benign Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Disease
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous colon growth
    • Colon adenoma
    • Benign colon tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Charney typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Charney may include:

    Please contact Dr. Charney's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Charney accept my insurance?

    Dr. Charney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 348-2270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Charney accept in Massapequa, NY?

    Dr. Charney in Massapequa, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Charney's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Charney's Primary Practice

    187 Veterans Blvd

    Massapequa, NY 11758

    (845) 348-2270

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    Nyack Hospital Pathology Dept

    160 N Midland Ave Fl 1

    Nyack, NY 10960

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    Dr. Douglas Charney's Practice 3

    500 New Hempstead Rd

    New City, NY 10956

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    What is Dr. Charney's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Charney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639178742.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charney?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charney

    What is Dr. Douglas Charney's specialty?

    Dr. Charney is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Massapequa, NY.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Douglas Charney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Charney is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Atlanticare Regional Medical Center-Mainland Campus, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Holy Name Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Douglas Charney accepting new patients in Massapequa, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Charney is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Charney offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Charney's office at (845) 348-2270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Charney?

    Please contact Dr. Charney's office at (845) 348-2270 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Charney's office located?

    Dr. Charney's offices are located in Massapequa, NY, Nyack, NY, and New City, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Charney have?

    Dr. Douglas Charney is certified by the American Board of Pathology.