21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerr, Internist in Cohoes, NY?
Where did Dr. Kerr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Sports Medicine - Children's Hospital - Boston Boston, MA | Harvard Medical School
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Albany Medical Center | University at Albany
Medical School: University of Glasgow Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Kerr board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Hamish Kerr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006
What languages does Dr. Kerr speak?
Dr. Kerr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kerr typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr. 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:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S060X0D: Concussion without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kerr typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Kerr 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. Kerr. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Kerr accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerr accept in Cohoes, NY?
Dr. Kerr in Cohoes, 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)
Highmark Health
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kerr's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Kerr affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kerr has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
- American Academy Pediatrics
Fellow
- American College Sports Medicine
Member
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine
Member
- American Academy of Pediatrics, Committee Sports Medicine & Fitness
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE (ACSM)
Member
AM
Member
What is Dr. Kerr's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730172628.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerr
What is Dr. Hamish Kerr's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.