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Dr. Richard Garber, MD

Framingham, MA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Garber, Pediatrician in Framingham, MA?

    Dr. Richard Garber, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Framingham, MA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Garber graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Garber is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garber’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garber’s office at (508) 879-5764.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garber?

    Dr. Richard Garber, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garber empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Framingham/MA community, Dr. Garber is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Pediatrics | Massachusetts General Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Garber board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Garber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Garber speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Garber treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Garber 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. Garber. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Pain
    • Ear Disorder
    • Pain
    • Earache
    • Otalgia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H9209: Otalgia, unspecified ear

    Which procedures does Dr. Garber perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Garber may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garber's office.

    Does Dr. Garber accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 879-5764 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garber accept in Framingham, MA?

    Dr. Garber in Framingham, 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

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garber's office located?

    Dr. Richard Garber's Primary Practice

    125 Newbury St Ste 300

    Framingham, MA 01701

    (508) 879-5764

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

    Dr. Garber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386637171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garber?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Garber's specialty?

    Dr. Garber is a Pediatrician near Framingham, MA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Garber to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Garber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Garber is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Garber accepting new patients in Framingham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Garber is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Garber offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garber's office at (508) 879-5764 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Garber?

    Please contact Dr. Garber's office at (508) 879-5764 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Garber have?

    Dr. Richard Garber is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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