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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spivak, Internist in Watertown, MA?
Dr. Barbara Spivak, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Watertown, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Spivak graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Spivak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spivak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spivak’s office.
Where did Dr. Spivak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Elizabeth's Med Center | St Elizabeth's Medical Center Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Spivak board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Spivak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spivak speak?
Dr. Spivak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Spivak treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Spivak 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. Spivak. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Posture
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Poor Posture
- Postural Imbalance
- Stooped Posture
ICD-10 Codes:
- R293: Abnormal posture
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Spivak perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Barbara Spivak may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Spivak's office.
Does Dr. Spivak accept my insurance?
Dr. Spivak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spivak accept in Watertown, MA?
Dr. Spivak in Watertown, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Spivak's office located?
What is Dr. Spivak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spivak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952301251.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spivak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spivak
What is Dr. Barbara Spivak's specialty?
Dr. Spivak is a Internist near Watertown, MA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Spivak to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Barbara Spivak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spivak is affiliated with Mount Auburn 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Barbara Spivak accepting new patients in Watertown, MA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Spivak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Spivak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spivak's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Spivak?
Please contact Dr. Spivak's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barbara Spivak have?
Dr. Barbara Spivak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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