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Dr. Helena Oechsner, MD

Anesthesiologist

Albany, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Oechsner, Anesthesiologist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Helena Oechsner, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Oechsner graduated from CHARLES UNIVERSITY. Dr. Oechsner is fluent in English and Czech, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oechsner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oechsner’s office at (518) 262-4300.

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

    • Medical School: CHARLES UNIVERSITY

    Is Dr. Oechsner board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Helena Oechsner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Oechsner speak?

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

    • Czech
    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Oechsner typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Oechsner 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. Oechsner. 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6523: Chronic serous otitis media, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Oechsner typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Oechsner 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. Oechsner. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Oechsner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Oechsner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Oechsner accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Oechsner in Albany, 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Oechsner's office located?

    Dr. Helena Oechsner's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-4300

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

    Dr. Oechsner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447245717.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oechsner?

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

    What is Dr. Helena Oechsner's specialty?

    Dr. Oechsner is an Anesthesiologist near Albany, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Helena Oechsner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Oechsner is affiliated with Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Albany Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Helena Oechsner accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Helena Oechsner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helena Oechsner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Oechsner's office at (518) 262-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helena Oechsner?

    Please contact Dr. Oechsner's office at (518) 262-4300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Oechsner's office located?

    Dr. Oechsner's office is located in Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helena Oechsner have?

    Dr. Helena Oechsner is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.