Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Donald Santella, M.D.

Anesthesiology Physician (CMS: Anesthesiology) · Albany, NY

  • NPI 1427053735
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 35 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1450 Western Ave, Suite 102
Albany, NY 122033539
(518) 463-0050
fax (518) 207-2973

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
May 24, 2016
Year of graduation
1991 — 35 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207L00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
New York #202666-1

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1427053735. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
339
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$22,575
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
01810 Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 122 117 $53
01400 Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope 34 33 $72
01830 Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones 31 30 $73
76942 Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 31 29 $29
64450 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 28 26 $31
01480 Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 24 24 $76
01630 Anesthesia for other procedure on top of arm bone and shoulder joint 23 23 $107
64447 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 17 17 $60
01214 Anesthesia for total hip replacement 16 15 $149
01402 Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 13 13 $149

In context: peer comparison

Among 41 peers in Albany Anesthesiology Physician, average services per provider: 38. This provider delivers 8.9× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Donald Santella's medical specialty?
Dr. Donald Santella practices Anesthesiology Physician in Albany, NY.
Where does Dr. Donald Santella practice?
Dr. Donald Santella practices at 1450 Western Ave, Albany, NY 122033539. Office phone: 5184630050.
What is Dr. Donald Santella's NPI?
Dr. Donald Santella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427053735, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Donald Santella accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Donald Santella accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Donald Santella commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand (HCPCS 01810); Anesthesia for other procedure or exam of knee joint using an endoscope (HCPCS 01400); Anesthesia for other procedure on forearm, wrist, or hand bones (HCPCS 01830). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.