43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Internist in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Soo Lee, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Amsterdam, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years. Dr. Lee graduated from Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores' and completed his residency at St Agnes HealthCare Program. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (518) 842-0797.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Agnes HealthCare Program
Medical School: Universidad Del Noreste | Universidad del Noreste Escuela de Medicina 'Dr. JosÈ Sierra Flores'
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 842-0797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Amsterdam, NY?
Dr. Lee in Amsterdam, 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
MVP Health Care
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
Dr. Soo Lee's Primary Practice
5010 State Highway 30 Ste 201
Amsterdam, NY 12010
(518) 842-0797
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063476398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Soo Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Internist near Amsterdam, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Soo Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital Amsterdam, Albany Medical Center, St. Peter's Hospital - Albany, Ny, 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Soo Lee accepting new patients in Amsterdam, NY?
Yes, Dr. Soo Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Soo Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (518) 842-0797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Soo Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (518) 842-0797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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