Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Sidney Olefson
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Burnt Hills, NY
- NPI 1457798506
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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848 State Route 50
Burnt Hills, NY 120279511
(518) 831-1500
fax (518) 377-1677 - Additional location
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1 West Ave Ste 130
Saratoga Springs, NY 128666050 - Additional location
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1770 Route 9
Halfmoon, NY 120652495
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 3, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #278384 · Connecticut #56817
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457798506. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
692
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$150,953
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 100 | 100 | $459 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 65 | 59 | $288 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 65 | 54 | $131 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 64 | 64 | $236 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 63 | 57 | $89 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 60 | 55 | $92 | |
46221 |
Removal of external hemorrhoids by rubber banding | 48 | 24 | $297 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 28 | 28 | $239 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 28 | 27 | $276 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 26 | 19 | $8 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Burnt Hills Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 440. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,922
Transactions
40
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| CapsoVision, INC. | 1 | $1,300.00 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 31 | $422.17 | |
| Celgene Corporation | 2 | $67.72 | |
| Intercept Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $51.57 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 2 | $34.55 | |
| Genzyme Corporation | 1 | $23.55 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $22.41 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
334
Patients
90
Total drug cost
$50,144
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 133 | 47 | $2,917 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 56 | 27 | $37,990 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 45 | 16 | $871 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 19 | 0 | $432 |
| Sulfasalazine | Generic | 18 | 0 | $419 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 14 | 0 | $151 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $2,913 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 12 | 0 | $437 |
| Nadolol | Generic | 12 | 0 | $441 |
| Nexium (Esomeprazole Magnesium) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $3,571 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Sidney Olefson's medical specialty?
Dr. Sidney Olefson practices Gastroenterology Physician in Burnt Hills, NY.
Where does Dr. Sidney Olefson practice?
Dr. Sidney Olefson practices at 848 State Route 50, Burnt Hills, NY 120279511. Office phone: 5188311500.
What is Dr. Sidney Olefson's NPI?
Dr. Sidney Olefson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457798506, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Sidney Olefson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Sidney Olefson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Sidney Olefson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.