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Dr. Elena Brusseau, MD

Boston, MA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brusseau, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Elena Brusseau, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Brusseau graduated from Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy, completed her residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program, and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital. Dr. Brusseau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brusseau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brusseau’s office at (212) 444-8316.

    Where did Dr. Brusseau go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Medicine & Pharmacy,Targu-Mures,Romania | Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Brusseau board certified as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Brusseau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Brusseau speak?

    Dr. Brusseau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Brusseau typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Brusseau diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Brusseau. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Acute Stress Reaction
    • Stress
    • Acute Stress Disorder
    • Traumatic Stress
    • Short-term Stress Reaction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F430: Acute stress reaction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Other Hip Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Hip Malformation
    • Birth Defect of Hip
    • Abnormal Hip Development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip

    What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Brusseau typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Brusseau performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Brusseau. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
    • Pain Pump for Sciatica
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
    • 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Brusseau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brusseau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 444-8316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brusseau accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Brusseau in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brusseau's office located?

    Childrens Hospital

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (212) 444-8316

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    What is Dr. Brusseau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brusseau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528026036.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brusseau?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brusseau

    What is Dr. Elena Brusseau's specialty?

    Dr. Brusseau is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?

    A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.

    Is this Dr. Elena Brusseau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brusseau is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Elena Brusseau accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Brusseau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Brusseau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brusseau's office at (212) 444-8316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elena Brusseau?

    Please contact Dr. Brusseau's office at (212) 444-8316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elena Brusseau have?

    Dr. Elena Brusseau is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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