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Dr. John Ferrante, MD

Dorchester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ferrante, Internist in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. John Ferrante, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ferrante graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ferrante is fluent in English, French, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferrante’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferrante’s office at (617) 296-4000.

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

    • Residency: Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine Carney Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | St Elizabeths Med Ctr | St Elizabeth's Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ferrante board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. John Ferrante, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ferrante speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Ferrante treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Ferrante 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. Ferrante. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ferrante perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Ferrante may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ferrante accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ferrante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 296-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ferrante accept in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Ferrante in Dorchester, 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

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ferrante's office located?

    Dr. John Ferrante's Primary Practice

    2110 Dorchester Ave Ste 207

    Dorchester, MA 02124

    (617) 296-4000

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    Dr. John Ferrante's Practice 2

    2100 Dorchester Ave

    Boston, MA 02124

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    Dr. John Ferrante's Practice 3

    100 Highland St Ste 106

    Milton, MA 02186

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

    Dr. Ferrante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649269523.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferrante?

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

    What is Dr. John Ferrante's specialty?

    Dr. Ferrante is a Internist near Dorchester, 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. Ferrante to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Ferrante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ferrante is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton 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?

    Explore Internist 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 John Ferrante accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. John Ferrante is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Ferrante offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ferrante's office at (617) 296-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Ferrante?

    Please contact Dr. Ferrante's office at (617) 296-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Ferrante have?

    Dr. John Ferrante is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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