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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Snitzer, Pediatrician in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Joel Snitzer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Amherst, NY. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Snitzer completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Snitzer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Snitzer’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Snitzer’s office at (716) 836-3300.
Where did Dr. Snitzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Snitzer board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Joel Snitzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Snitzer speak?
Dr. Snitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Snitzer treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Snitzer 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. Snitzer. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Snitzer perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Snitzer may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Snitzer's office.
Does Dr. Snitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Snitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 836-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Snitzer accept in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Snitzer in Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Independent Health
Molina
MVP Healthcare
New West Health Services
Nova Healthcare Administrators
The Loomis Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Snitzer's office located?
Dr. Joel Snitzer's Primary Practice
605 Grover Cleveland Hwy
Amherst, NY 14226
(716) 836-3300
What is Dr. Snitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Snitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891780045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Snitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Snitzer
What is Dr. Joel Snitzer's specialty?
Dr. Snitzer is a Pediatrician near Amherst, NY. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Snitzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Snitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Snitzer is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Joel Snitzer accepting new patients in Amherst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joel Snitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Snitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Snitzer's office at (716) 836-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Snitzer?
Please contact Dr. Snitzer's office at (716) 836-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Snitzer have?
Dr. Joel Snitzer is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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