Summary

Dr. Joseph Fusella is a board-certified family medicine physician who graduated from the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Hartford Hospital. With 39 years of experience in family medicine, he provides comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages. Dr. Fusella is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Fusella practices at Ellis Hospital and maintains locations in Niskayuna and Schenectady, New York. He specializes in managing cholesterol conditions, including high cholesterol in children and teens and familial lipid disorders. His practice includes routine blood work such as complete blood counts and lipid panels for cholesterol screening. Patients rate Dr. Fusella 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 39 years of experience
  • 68 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Hartford Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Peter Fusella has 3 locations

Capitalcare Family Practice River Road

2125 River Rd Ste 202Niskayuna, NY 12309
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Ellis Hospital

1101 Nott StSchenectady, NY 12308

Ellis Medicine

2210 Troy Schenectady RdSchenectady, NY 12309

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
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Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Peter Fusella

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - PPO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - HMO
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • GEHA
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • MVP Health Care - Medicaid
  • MVP Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Univera Healthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Peter Fusella has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Peter Fusella has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Peter Fusella holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hartford Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Fusella's NPI number is 1376563452.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Fusella affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Fusella is affiliated with Ellis Hospital.
Where is Dr. Joseph Fusella's office located?
Dr. Joseph Fusella's office is located at 2125 River Rd Ste 202, Niskayuna, NY, 12309.
What languages does Dr. Joseph Fusella speak?
Dr. Joseph Fusella speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Joseph Fusella accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Joseph Fusella accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Joseph Fusella has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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