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Dr. Alexander Gelfer, MD

Williamsville, NY

47 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gelfer, Pulmonologist in Williamsville, NY?

    Dr. Alexander Gelfer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Williamsville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelfer completed his residency at Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelfer is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelfer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelfer’s office at (716) 631-8863.

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

    • Residency: Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: First Moscow Sechenov Med Institute Moscow Russia

    Is Dr. Gelfer board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Gelfer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gelfer speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Gelfer treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Gelfer 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. Gelfer. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Central Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • CSA
    • Brain-Related Sleep Apnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4731: Primary central sleep apnea

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Sleepiness
    • Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
    • Sleep Disorder
    • Hypersomnia
    • Daytime sleepiness
    • Too much sleep
    • PLMD
    • Leg Jerks During Sleep
    • Sleep-Related Leg Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
    • G4761: Periodic limb movement disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Alveolar Lung Condition
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Alveolar Disorders
    • Lung Air Sac Problems
    • Parieto-alveolar Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8409: Other alveolar and parieto-alveolar conditions

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoidosis
    • Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D860: Sarcoidosis of lung

    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

    Does Dr. Gelfer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelfer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 631-8863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gelfer accept in Williamsville, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • HealthNow New York

    • Independent Health

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Nova Healthcare Administrators

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gelfer's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Gelfer's Primary Practice

    100 College Pkwy Ste 110

    Williamsville, NY 14221

    (716) 631-8863

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    Dr. Alexander Gelfer's Practice 2

    2950 Elmwood Ave Ste 2034

    Kenmore, NY 14217

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    Dr. Alexander Gelfer's Practice 3

    2605 Harlem Rd

    Cheektowaga, NY 14225

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

    Dr. Gelfer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689638462.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelfer?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Gelfer's specialty?

    Dr. Gelfer is a Pulmonologist near Williamsville, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Gelfer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Gelfer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gelfer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sisters Of Charity 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 Alexander Gelfer accepting new patients in Williamsville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Gelfer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Gelfer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelfer's office at (716) 631-8863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Gelfer?

    Please contact Dr. Gelfer's office at (716) 631-8863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Gelfer have?

    Dr. Alexander Gelfer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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