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Dr. Michael Katz, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Rensselaer, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katz, Family Medicine Specialist in Rensselaer, NY?

    Dr. Michael Katz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Rensselaer, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Katz graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Katz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office at (518) 286-4899.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Family Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Katz board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Katz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Katz typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Katz typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Katz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 286-4899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Rensselaer, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Katz's office located?

    Dr. Michael Katz's Primary Practice

    2 Empire Dr Ste 100

    Rensselaer, NY 12144

    (518) 286-4899

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

    Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760443618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Katz's specialty?

    Dr. Katz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Rensselaer, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Michael Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Michael Katz accepting new patients in Rensselaer, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Katz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Katz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (518) 286-4899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Katz?

    Please contact Dr. Katz's office at (518) 286-4899 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Katz's office located?

    Dr. Katz's office is located in Rensselaer, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Katz have?

    Dr. Michael Katz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.