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Dr. Joseph Rusnak, MD

Dr. Joseph Rusnak, MD

Buffalo, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rusnak, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Joseph Rusnak, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rusnak completed his residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Diagnostic Radiology. Dr. Rusnak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rusnak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rusnak’s office at (716) 447-6100.

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

    • Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Diagnostic Radiology | Penn St University Hospital

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Rusnak board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Rusnak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Radiology since 1991, American Board of Radiology since 2010, American Board of Radiology since 1999

    What languages does Dr. Rusnak speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Rusnak typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Rusnak 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. Rusnak. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Rusnak typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Rusnak may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rusnak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rusnak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rusnak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 447-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rusnak accept in Buffalo, NY?

    Dr. Rusnak in Buffalo, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rusnak's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Rusnak's Primary Practice

    565 Abbott Rd

    Buffalo, NY 14220

    (716) 447-6100

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    Dr. Joseph Rusnak's Practice 2

    2950 Elmwood Ave

    Buffalo, NY 14217

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    Dr. Joseph Rusnak's Practice 3

    3040 Amsdell Rd

    Hamburg, NY 14075

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

    Dr. Rusnak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326010216.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rusnak?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Rusnak's specialty?

    Dr. Rusnak is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Buffalo, NY.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Rusnak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rusnak is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Joseph Rusnak accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Rusnak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Rusnak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rusnak's office at (716) 447-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Rusnak?

    Please contact Dr. Rusnak's office at (716) 447-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Rusnak have?

    Dr. Joseph Rusnak is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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