Dr. Scott Dexter, MD
Albany, NY
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dexter, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Albany, NY?
Dr. Scott Dexter, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Dexter completed his residency at Women & Infants Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Dexter is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dexter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dexter’s office at (518) 262-4942.
Where did Dr. Dexter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Maternal Fetal Medicine, - , Women's & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, Providence, RI
Residency: Women & Infants Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Albany Medical Center | Albany Medical Center | Albany Medical Center
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Dexter board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Scott Dexter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology , American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2000, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 1998, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2012, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2013, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2011, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2008, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2009, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2010
What languages does Dr. Dexter speak?
Dr. Dexter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Dexter treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dexter 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. Dexter. 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:
- Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
- First Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
- Maternity Care
- Normal Pregnancy Supervision
- Early pregnancy care
- First trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in early pregnancy
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- Z3481: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, first trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Obesity during Mid-Pregnancy
- Severe Obesity
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
- Excess weight in second trimester
- Mid-pregnancy obesity complications
- High BMI during second trimester
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O99212: Obesity complicating pregnancy, second trimester
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
- O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling for Chromosomal Issues
- Genetic Counseling
- Chromosomal anomaly screening
- Prenatal genetic screening
- Down syndrome screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z360: Encounter for antenatal screening for chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Amenorrhea
- Menstruation
- Absent Periods
- No Periods
- Lack of Menstruation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N912: Amenorrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Type 2 Diabetes in Late Pregnancy
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Pregnancy if You Have Diabetes
- Adult-Onset Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Pregnancy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Pregnancy
- Pre-existing Type 2 Diabetes third trimester
- Adult-Onset Diabetes in late pregnancy
- Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24112: Pre-existing type 2 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy, second trimester
- O24113: Pre-existing type 2 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Twin Pregnancy
- Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
- Pregnancy with twins
- Having twins
- Twin gestation
- Expecting twins
ICD-10 Codes:
- O30042: Twin pregnancy, dichorionic/diamniotic, second trimester
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
- Pre-existing High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy
- Maternal Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10913: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care After Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
- Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Pregnancy monitoring after IVF
- Managing pregnancy after fertility treatment
- High-risk pregnancy after ART
- Pregnancy following fertility procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09812: Supervision of pregnancy resulting from assisted reproductive technology, second trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Dexter perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dexter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dexter. 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:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Amniocentesis
- Amniocentesis (amniotic fluid test)
- Amniotic Fluid Test
- Amnio
- Prenatal Genetic Testing
CPT Codes:
- 59000: Amniocentesis; diagnostic
Does Dr. Dexter accept my insurance?
Dr. Dexter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-4942 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dexter accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Dexter in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dexter's office located?
What is Dr. Dexter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dexter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952393183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dexter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dexter
What is Dr. Scott Dexter's specialty?
Dr. Dexter is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Albany, NY. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Dexter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Dexter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dexter is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital, Albany Medical Center, St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Scott Dexter accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Scott Dexter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Dexter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (518) 262-4942 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Dexter?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (518) 262-4942 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Dexter have?
Dr. Scott Dexter is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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