Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO
Nephrology•Male•Age 50

Nephrology Assocs Of Western NY
1306 Sweet Home Rd Amherst, NY 14228Make an Appointment
(716) 712-0864Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO is a Nephrology Specialist in Amherst, NY and has over 23 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of Midwestern University, Midwestern University medical school in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and Eastern Niagara Hospital - Lockport. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Steinacher to book an appointment.
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- Offers TelehealthThis provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Steinacher's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Steinacher treats Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload more than 97% of his peers
Dr. Steinacher treats this condition more than 97% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Steinacher treats Proteinuria more than 94% of his peers
Dr. Steinacher treats this condition more than 94% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Steinacher treats Diabetes With Renal Manifestations more than 92% of his peers
Dr. Steinacher treats this condition more than 92% of his peers
Dr. Steinacher's conditions and procedures:
- Acidosis
- Acute Glomerulonephritis
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Alkalosis
- Amyloidosis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Chronic Glomerulonephritis
- Chronic Kidney Diseases
- Congenital Cystic Kidney Disease
- Congenital Medullary Cystic Kidney Disease
- Congenital Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
- Dehydration
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Goodpasture's Disease
- Gout
- Hemodialysis
- Hepatitis B - Immune Response
- Hydronephrosis
- Hypercalcemia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Infection, Acute
- Kidney Stones
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Nephritis and Nephropathy
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
- Proteinuria
- Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Renal Osteodystrophy
- Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
- Small Kidney
- Systemic Vasculitis
- Vitamin D Deficiency
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Dr. Steinacher accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) HMO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Independent Health
- Encompass
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- MVP Health Care
- MVP Health Care PPO
Dr. Steinacher's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Steinacher
3.0
Based on 6 ratings
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- Office environment (4)
- Appointment wasn't rushed (3)
- Staff wasn't friendly (2)
- Didn't explain conditions well (1)
- Didn't listen or answer questions (1)
- Office environment
- Wait times
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
- Wait times
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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How was your experience with Dr. Steinacher?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Steinacher to family and friends is 3 out of 5
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Nephrology
Board Certifications
- Nephrology
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO offer telehealth services?
Dr. Steinacher has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.
Is Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO accepting new patients?
Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO generally accepts new patients on Healthgrades. You can see Dr. Steinacher's profile to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO accept my insurance?
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What are Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO's top areas of care?
Dr. Steinacher frequently treats Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload, Proteinuria, and Diabetes With Renal Manifestations. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Steinacher treats.
Where is Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO's office located?
Dr. Steinacher's office is located at 1306 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst, NY 14228. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Steinacher, DO?
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Nephrology Assocs Of Western NY
Affiliated Hospitals
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Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.66% Patient Experience Rating, 3% lower than the national average
2 Awards Received
53% Patient Experience Rating, 16% lower than the national average
76% Patient Experience Rating, 7% higher than the national average
1 Award Received
67% Patient Experience Rating, 2% lower than the national average
5 Awards Received
66% Patient Experience Rating, 3% lower than the national average
5 Awards Received
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