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Dr. Paul Alagna, MD

Albany, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alagna, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Paul Alagna, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Alagna graduated from University of California and completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Emergency Medicine; Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Alagna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alagna’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alagna’s office at (518) 926-1000.

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

    • Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Emergency Medicine; Ami Presby Denver Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Alagna board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Alagna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alagna speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alagna treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alagna 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. Alagna. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Hydronephrosis due to Stones
    • Kidney Stone Obstruction
    • Ureteral Stone Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Alagna perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paul Alagna may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alagna's office.

    Does Dr. Alagna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alagna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 926-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Alagna 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

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Alagna's office located?

    Dr. Paul Alagna's Primary Practice

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 926-1000

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    Dr. Paul Alagna's Practice 2

    100 Park St

    Glens Falls, NY 12801

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    Dr. Paul Alagna's Practice 3

    461 Glen St

    Glens Falls, NY 12801

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

    Dr. Alagna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790773885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alagna?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Alagna's specialty?

    Dr. Alagna is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Alagna to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Alagna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alagna 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 Paul Alagna accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Alagna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Alagna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alagna's office at (518) 926-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Alagna?

    Please contact Dr. Alagna's office at (518) 926-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Alagna have?

    Dr. Paul Alagna is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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