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Scott J. Costley

Scott J. Costley, DO

Adolescent MedicineFamily Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 2-12
  • Adolescent 12-18
  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult >65

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Hospital Affiliations

  • Nuvance Health - Northern Dutchess Hospital

About Scott J. Costley

Professional Statement

As a primary care physician, Dr. Costley believes excellent care is achieved by treating and caring for patients the way he would want for his family and himself. His clinical areas of interest include managing diabetes, preventative medicine and managing hypertension. Dr. Costley is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. He has practiced in the Kingston area for 19 years. He offers in-office and virtual visits to children and adults of all ages. In his free time, Dr. Costley enjoys running, biking and hiking.

Get To Know Me

Why should someone choose you to care for their health?
I love providing care to patients of all ages, motivating and educating them to improve quality of life and help them live longer.

What is the most important thing your patients should expect from their professional relationship with you? What do you expect from them?
Providing excellent healthcare is a team effort between the patient and doctor with a focus on trust and honesty on both sides.

How do you spend your personal time when you're not caring for patients?
I am very active and enjoy outdoor activities, taking advantage of all resources the beautiful Hudson Valley has to offer.

Why did you choose your specialty and what is its greatest reward?
I enjoy treating patients of all ages and providing comprehensive care. I love being a good listener to really work with patients to develop treatment plans that will work for them.

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Womack Army Medical Center, Family Medicine, 1997
  • Medical School: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1994

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine: American Board of Family Medicine

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Locations

  1. Nuvance Health Medical Practice - MDVIP Kingston
Need help scheduling? Call 845-790-1300

Insurance

Note: All providers do not participate with all Insurance Plans, Insurance Plan Products or Employer Groups. Please contact the doctor's office directly to confirm acceptance of your specific insurance plan.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • Coventry-Aetna
  • Emblem Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire BlueCross Blue Shield
  • Empire Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care
  • Hamaspik
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid Connecticut
  • Medicaid New York
  • Medicare New York
  • Medicare Railroad
  • Multiplan Inc
  • MVP Health Care
  • Northwell Direct
  • Oxford Health Plans
  • Tricare Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • Wellcare

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

223 ratings, 12 reviews

Provider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to the provider care questions in our patient experience survey. Below you can see the provider’s star rating and the number of his or her patients who have provided feedback. Ratings depicted represent those clinicians that have at least 30 completed surveys on a rolling 12 month basis.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    I genuinely feel that Dr. Costley is the most attentive and thorough provider my family and I have ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Stays well-informed with current research; listens well, asks good questions; thoughtful and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Through, concerned & professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Ashley and Morgan are very friendly and no there jobs well. Love ❤️ these girls and I love ❤️ my dr Scott Costley will never leave him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    An amazing physician who takes time, is interested in his patients, and provides thoightdul care and advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    Scott is great. Reachable, helpful, and explains issues. Provides follow ups and referrals.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Dr. Costley discusses all healthcare and wellness options with you, and never patronizes you. He keeps abreast of changes in evidenced based practices. He has wonderful interaction skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Dr. Costley is so positive and caring. I’m so pleased to be part of MVP-VIP, well-worth the investment and at the end of day I have peace of mind about my health care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    He is extremely personable and sincere. He explains everything he is doing, and I can tell he is an especially caring doctor towards his patients and staff.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2025

    Very caring, logical thinking and good problem solving

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2025

    He is knowledgeable about current research which he uses to support the treatments which he recommends. He is caring and open to all questions . He is a wonderful doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/1/2025

    Dr Costley cares about his patient's well being, both body and mind.