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Dr. Alice Kolasa, DO
Albany, NY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kolasa, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Albany, NY?
Dr. Alice Kolasa, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albany, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Kolasa graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Jamaica Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Kolasa is fluent in English, Czech, and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolasa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolasa’s office at (518) 285-8150.
Where did Dr. Kolasa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jamaica Hosp, Family Medicine | Jamaica Hospital
Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Kolasa board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alice Kolasa, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kolasa speak?
Dr. Kolasa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Czech
English
Polish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kolasa typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kolasa 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. Kolasa. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kolasa typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alice Kolasa may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Kolasa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kolasa accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolasa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 285-8150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolasa accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Kolasa 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. Kolasa's office located?
What is Dr. Kolasa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolasa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225046279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolasa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolasa
What is Dr. Alice Kolasa's specialty?
Dr. Kolasa is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Albany, NY.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Alice Kolasa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kolasa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saratoga Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alice Kolasa accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alice Kolasa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alice Kolasa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolasa's office at (518) 285-8150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alice Kolasa?
Please contact Dr. Kolasa's office at (518) 285-8150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alice Kolasa have?
Dr. Alice Kolasa is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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