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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valerian, Surgeon in Albany, NY?
Dr. Brian Valerian, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Valerian completed his residency at Cleveland Cli Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Valerian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valerian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valerian’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Valerian?
Dr. Brian Valerian, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Valerian empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, Colon & Rectal Cancer & Surgery, Diverticulitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albany/NY community, Dr. Valerian is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Valerian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Colorectal Surgery - Cleveland Clinic Florida Weston, FL
Residency: Cleveland Cli Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Albany Med Ctr Hosp, General Surgery | Albany Med Center | Albany Medical Center
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj
Is Dr. Valerian board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Valerian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery , American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery since 2005, American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery since 2013
What languages does Dr. Valerian speak?
Dr. Valerian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Valerian treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valerian 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. Valerian. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Low-Grade Abnormal Anal Cells
- LGSIL Anal Smear
- Mild Anal Dysplasia
- Low-Grade Squamous Lesion Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- R85612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of anus (LGSIL)
Also known as:
- High-Grade Abnormal Cells in Anus
- HGSIL of Anus
- High-grade anal lesion
- Severe abnormal anal cells
ICD-10 Codes:
- R85613: High grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of anus (HGSIL)
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K611: Rectal abscess
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
What procedures does Dr. Valerian perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valerian 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. Valerian. 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:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Polyp Removal
- Hot Biopsy Colonoscopy
- Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
- Colon polyp removal
- Colon tumor destruction
- Therapeutic colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45384: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by hot biopsy forceps
- 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Drainage of Rectal Abscess
- Rectal Abscess and Fistula Surgery
- Ischiorectal Abscess Drainage
- Perirectal Abscess Incision
- Rectal Abscess Surgery
- Ischiorectal abscess drainage with fistulectomy
- Perianal abscess drainage
- Fistula-in-ano surgery
- Rectal fistula treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46040: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal and/or perirectal abscess (separate procedure)
- 46060: Incision and drainage of ischiorectal or intramural abscess, with fistulectomy or fistulotomy, submuscular, with or without placement of seton
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
Also known as:
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
- Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
- Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Excision
- Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma
CPT Codes:
- 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Valerian accept my insurance?
Dr. Valerian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valerian accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Valerian in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Valerian's office located?
What is Dr. Valerian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valerian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891781688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valerian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valerian
What is Dr. Brian Valerian's specialty?
Dr. Valerian is a Surgeon near Albany, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Valerian to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Valerian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valerian 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
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Is Brian Valerian accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brian Valerian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Valerian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valerian's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Valerian?
Please contact Dr. Valerian's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Valerian have?
Dr. Brian Valerian is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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