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Who is Dr. Kurek, Anesthesiologist in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Carlos Kurek, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Amherst, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kurek graduated from Universidad de la Rebublica - Montevideo, Uruguay and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kurek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurek’s office at (716) 568-6633.
Where did Dr. Kurek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Internal Medicine | SUNY Buffalo School Of Med | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: University De La Republica- Fac De Med- Montevideo- Uruguay | University of The Republic / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad de la Rebublica - Montevideo, Uruguay | Foreign
Is Dr. Kurek board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Kurek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kurek speak?
Dr. Kurek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kurek typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurek 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. Kurek. 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H269: Unspecified cataract
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kurek typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurek 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. Kurek. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kurek accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 568-6633 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurek accept in Amherst, NY?
Dr. Kurek in Amherst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kurek's office located?
What is Dr. Kurek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639135270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurek
What is Dr. Carlos Kurek's specialty?
Dr. Kurek is a Anesthesiologist near Amherst, NY.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Carlos Kurek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kurek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Millard Fillmore Suburban 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Kurek accepting new patients in Amherst, NY?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Kurek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Kurek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurek's office at (716) 568-6633 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Kurek?
Please contact Dr. Kurek's office at (716) 568-6633 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Kurek have?
Dr. Carlos Kurek is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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