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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kerman, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Benjamin Kerman, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Kerman completed his residency at Boston City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kerman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kerman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kerman’s office at (617) 278-0055.
Where did Dr. Kerman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston City Hospital
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh
Is Dr. Kerman board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kerman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kerman speak?
Dr. Kerman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerman typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kerman 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. Kerman. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kerman typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Kerman may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kerman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kerman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kerman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 278-0055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kerman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kerman in Boston, 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
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kerman's office located?
What is Dr. Kerman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kerman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023002953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kerman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kerman
What is Dr. Benjamin Kerman's specialty?
Dr. Kerman is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Kerman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kerman is affiliated with Stamford Health, Brigham And Women's Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Kerman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Kerman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kerman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kerman's office at (617) 278-0055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Kerman?
Please contact Dr. Kerman's office at (617) 278-0055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Kerman have?
Dr. Benjamin Kerman is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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