Who is Dr. Palat, Pulmonologist in Albany, NY?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palat?
Dr. David Palat, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palat empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Critical Care, Cystic Fibrosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albany, NY community, Dr. Palat is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine | New York Hospital
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia
Is Dr. Palat board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. David Palat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palat speak?
Dr. Palat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palat typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Palat 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. Palat. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure After Procedure
- Low Blood Pressure
- Post-Surgery Hypotension
- Low BP After Surgery
- Post-Op Low Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I9581: Postprocedural hypotension
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palat typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Palat may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Palat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palat accept my insurance?
Dr. Palat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 438-4496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palat accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Palat in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Palat's office located?
Dr. David Palat's Primary Practice
5 Palisades Dr Ste 100
Albany, NY 12205
(518) 438-4496
What hospitals are Dr. Palat affiliated with?
Dr. Palat has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Palat's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427058320.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palat