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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Borges, Gastroenterologist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Lawrence Borges, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Borges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Borges’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Borges’s office at (617) 498-9550.
What languages does Dr. Borges speak?
Dr. Borges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Borges treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Borges 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. Borges. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Borges perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lawrence Borges may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Borges' office.
Does Dr. Borges accept my insurance?
Dr. Borges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 498-9550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Borges accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Borges in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Borges' office located?
Dr. Lawrence Borges' Primary Practice
300 Mount Auburn St
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 498-9550
What is Dr. Borges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Borges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043447519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Borges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Borges
What is Dr. Lawrence Borges's specialty?
Dr. Borges is a Gastroenterologist near Cambridge, MA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Borges to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Borges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Borges 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
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Is Lawrence Borges accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Borges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Borges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Borges's office at (617) 498-9550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Borges?
Please contact Dr. Borges's office at (617) 498-9550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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