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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perna, Internist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Anthony Perna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Perna completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Internal Medicine. Dr. Perna is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perna’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perna’s office at (716) 874-4060.
Where did Dr. Perna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Perna board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Perna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perna speak?
Dr. Perna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Perna treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Perna 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. Perna. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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 with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Body Fat
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
Which procedures does Dr. Perna perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anthony Perna may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perna's office.
Does Dr. Perna accept my insurance?
Dr. Perna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 874-4060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perna accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Perna 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Perna's office located?
What is Dr. Perna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568429330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perna
What is Dr. Anthony Perna's specialty?
Dr. Perna is a Internist near Buffalo, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Perna to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Anthony Perna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perna is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Buffalo General Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Anthony Perna accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Perna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anthony Perna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perna's office at (716) 874-4060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anthony Perna?
Please contact Dr. Perna's office at (716) 874-4060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Perna have?
Dr. Anthony Perna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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