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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherman, Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Debra Sherman, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sherman graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed her residency at Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sherman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherman’s office at (781) 255-0561.
Where did Dr. Sherman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, Internal Medicine | Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
What languages does Dr. Sherman speak?
Dr. Sherman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sherman treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sherman 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. Sherman. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Which procedures does Dr. Sherman perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Debra Sherman may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sherman's office.
Does Dr. Sherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 255-0561 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sherman 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Sherman's office located?
What is Dr. Sherman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740276062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherman
What is Dr. Debra Sherman's specialty?
Dr. Sherman is a Cardiologist near Boston, MA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Sherman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Debra Sherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherman is affiliated with Brigham And Women's 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Debra Sherman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Debra Sherman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Sherman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (781) 255-0561 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Sherman?
Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (781) 255-0561 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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