- Pulmonary Doctors / Pulmonologists
- NY
- Albany, NY
- Dr. Harold Sokol, MD
Dr. Harold Sokol, MD
Pulmonary Disease•Male•Age 67
Pulmonary Disease
Dr. Harold Sokol, MD is a Pulmonologist in Albany, NY and has over 44 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sokol has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease, Sleep Apnea, and Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. He graduated from ALBANY MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Albany Memorial Hospital and Saint Peter's Hospital. His office accepts telehealth appointments.
Pulmonary & Critical Care Srvcs
5 Palisades Dr Ste 100 Albany, NY 12205Make an Appointment
(518) 438-4496- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Sokol
Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Sokol treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Sokol treats other conditions, please contact the office at (518) 438-4496.
Obstructive Lung Disease
Obstructive lung disease specialists diagnose and treat conditions including COPD, emphysema, asthma and cystic fibrosis that cause blockages or narrowing in the airways of the lungs, making breathing difficult.Compare with other Obstructive Lung Disease specialists.
Dr. Sokol is experienced in the area of Obstructive Lung Disease. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Sleep Apnea
Sleep-disordered breathing specialists diagnose and treat conditions, such as snoring or obstructive sleep apnea, in which breathing is interrupted during sleep, resulting in symptoms of fatigue, irritability and high blood pressure.Compare with other Sleep Apnea specialists.
Dr. Sokol is experienced in the area of Sleep Apnea. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Pulmonary Vascular Conditions
Pulmonary vascular specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the flow of blood between the heart and lungs, including pulmonary hypertension and pulmonary embolism.Compare with other Pulmonary Vascular Conditions specialists.
Dr. Sokol is experienced in the area of Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.
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Check Dr. Sokol's experience treating your condition or procedure
Dr. Sokol's conditions and procedures:
- Acidosis
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- Alkalosis
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Asbestosis
- Asthma
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchitis
- Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
- Bronchoscopy
- Bronchospasm
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Cough
- Emphysema
- Influenza (Flu)
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Nodule
- Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
- Mycobacterial Lung Infection
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pleural Effusion
- Pneumoconiosis and Pneumonopathy
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
- Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Management
- Rheumatoid Lung Disease
- Sarcoidosis
- Shortness of Breath
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Study
- Smoking Cessation Counseling
- Swine Flu
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Thoracentesis
- Wegener's Granulomatosis
- Wheezing
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Dr. Sokol accepts
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Dr. Sokol accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- Open Choice PPO
- Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS II
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- Savings Plus of Metro, NY
- Select
- Amerihealth
- Personal Choice PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts PPO
- Preferred Blue PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
- 200 Series HMO
- Capital Blue Cross
- Capital Blue Cross PPO
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) PPO
- National EPO
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Connecticare
- Flex Connecticut EPO
- Passage HMO
- EmblemHealth
- GHI CBP
- HIP Prime HMO
- Select Care Small Group
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Acess Employer Sponsored
- Blue Priority NY EPO
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Empire Hospital
- Empire Hospital/Medical (Trad)
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
- BluePPO HSA PPO
- SimplyBlue/Simply Blue Plus PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- MagnaCare
- MagnaCare PPO
- MVP Health Care
- MVP Health Care HMO
- MVP Health Plan EPO
- UnitedHealthCare
- Choice Plus POS
- Medica Choice
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Options PPO
Dr. Sokol's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sokol
3.0
Based on 21 ratings
| 5 Star | 43% | 43% |
| 4 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 3 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 2 Star | 5% | 5% |
| 1 Star | 43% | 43% |
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About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Pulmonary Disease
Board Certifications
- Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to schedule an appointment with Dr. Harold Sokol, MD?
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Does Dr. Harold Sokol, MD accept any insurance plans?
A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Healthgrades insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.
What are Dr. Harold Sokol, MD's top areas of expertise?
Dr. Sokol specializes in Obstructive Lung Disease, Sleep Apnea, and Pulmonary Vascular Conditions. See more on Healthgrades.
What conditions does Dr. Harold Sokol, MD treat?
Dr. Sokol frequently treats the following conditions: Sleep Apnea, Low Blood Oxygen Level, and Wheezing. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Harold Sokol, MD's office address?
Dr. Sokol's office is located at 5 Palisades Dr Ste 100, Albany, NY 12205. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Is Dr. Harold Sokol, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Sokol provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Harold Sokol, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Harold Sokol, MD is affiliated with Albany Memorial Hospital and Saint Peter's Hospital.
Is Dr. Harold Sokol, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Harold Sokol, MD holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease.
How much experience does Dr. Harold Sokol, MD have?
Dr. Sokol has over 43 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Harold Sokol, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 3/5 for Dr. Harold Sokol, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the appointment wasn't rushed. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.70% Patients that would definitely recommend, Equal to the national average
23 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2023)
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