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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Albert, Infectious Disease Specialist in Utica, NY?
Dr. Waleed Albert, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Utica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Albert graduated from University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Albert is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albert’s office at (315) 624-6000.
Where did Dr. Albert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Capital Hlth Sys-Fuld Campus, Internal Medicine | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Albert board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Waleed Albert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Albert speak?
Dr. Albert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Albert typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Albert 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. Albert. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Albert typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Waleed Albert may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Albert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Albert accept my insurance?
Dr. Albert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 624-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albert accept in Utica, NY?
Dr. Albert in Utica, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Albert's office located?
What is Dr. Albert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184613572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albert
What is Dr. Waleed Albert's specialty?
Dr. Albert is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Utica, NY.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Waleed Albert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albert is affiliated with Wynn Hospital, 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Waleed Albert accepting new patients in Utica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Waleed Albert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waleed Albert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Albert's office at (315) 624-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waleed Albert?
Please contact Dr. Albert's office at (315) 624-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Waleed Albert have?
Dr. Waleed Albert is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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