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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Socaris, Critical Care Internist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Sophia Socaris, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Socaris graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at Ellis Hosp, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Socaris is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Socaris’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Socaris’s office at (518) 262-5963.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Socaris?
Dr. Sophia Socaris, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist 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. Socaris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Respiratory Failure, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albany, NY community, Dr. Socaris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Socaris go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ellis Hosp, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Socaris speak?
Dr. Socaris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Socaris typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Socaris 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. Socaris. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Agitation
- Feeling on edge
ICD-10 Codes:
- R451: Restlessness and agitation
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory collapse
- Systemic shock
- Acute circulatory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R578: Other shock
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:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Low BP
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I9589: Other hypotension
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Socaris typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sophia Socaris may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Socaris' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Socaris accept my insurance?
Dr. Socaris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5963 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Socaris accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Socaris in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Socaris' office located?
What is Dr. Socaris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Socaris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942296363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Socaris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Socaris
What is Dr. Sophia Socaris's specialty?
Dr. Socaris is a Critical Care Internist near Albany, NY.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Sophia Socaris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Socaris is affiliated with Albany Medical Center 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sophia Socaris accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sophia Socaris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sophia Socaris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Socaris's office at (518) 262-5963 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sophia Socaris?
Please contact Dr. Socaris's office at (518) 262-5963 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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