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Dr. Philip Fear, MD

Dr. Philip Fear, MD

Ballston Spa, NY

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fear, Diagnostic Radiologist in Ballston Spa, NY?

    Dr. Philip Fear, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Ballston Spa, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Fear completed his residency at David Grant Medical Center. Dr. Fear is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fear’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fear’s office at (518) 583-8461.

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

    • Residency: David Grant Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Fear speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fear treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Fear 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. Fear. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Unclear Mammogram
    • Calcium Spots on Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Mammograms
    • Inconclusive breast screening
    • Mammogram needs further testing
    • Uncertain mammogram result
    • Breast calcifications
    • Mammogram calcifications
    • Calcium deposits in breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R922: Inconclusive mammogram
    • R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    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:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Injury
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Trauma
    • Neck Damage
    • Injured Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Chest Injury
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Injury
    • Chest Trauma
    • Rib Cage Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S299XXA: Unspecified injury of thorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Fear perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Fear 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. Fear. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Additional Breast Biopsy with Ultrasound Guidance
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
    • Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
    • Breast Tissue Sample (Multiple Sites)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
    • 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
    • 19084: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including ultrasound guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
    • 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Marker Placement
    • Localization device insertion
    • Percutaneous tissue marking
    • Biopsy site marker placement
    • Radioactive seed placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly
    • Abscess Aspiration
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Hematoma Puncture
    • Bulla Aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
    • 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cyst Aspiration
    • Breast Cyst Drainage
    • Puncture of Breast Cyst

    CPT Codes:

    • 19000: Puncture aspiration of cyst of breast;

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Hip Arthrography Injection
    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Hip Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of Hip
    • Hip Joint Dye Injection
    • Hip Joint Imaging Injection
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 27093: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; without anesthesia
    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Biopsy
    • Needle Biopsy of Prostate
    • Punch Biopsy of Prostate
    • Prostate Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 55700: Biopsy, prostate; needle or punch, single or multiple, any approach

    Does Dr. Fear accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 583-8461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fear accept in Ballston Spa, NY?

    Dr. Fear in Ballston Spa, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CDPHP

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthNow New York

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fear's office located?

    Dr. Philip Fear's Primary Practice

    6 Medical Park Dr Ste 204

    Ballston Spa, NY 12020

    (518) 583-8461

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    Dr. Philip Fear's Practice 2

    169 Riverside Dr

    Binghamton, NY 13905

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    Dr. Philip Fear's Practice 3

    4950 State Highway 30 Uppr

    Amsterdam, NY 12010

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

    Dr. Fear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811987910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fear?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Fear's specialty?

    Dr. Fear is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Ballston Spa, NY. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Fear to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Philip Fear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fear is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus, Glens Falls Hospital 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

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    Is Philip Fear accepting new patients in Ballston Spa, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Fear is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Fear offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fear's office at (518) 583-8461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Philip Fear?

    Please contact Dr. Fear's office at (518) 583-8461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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