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Dr. Sara Tepperberg, MD

Dr. Sara Tepperberg, MD

Dorchester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tepperberg, Family Medicine Specialist in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Sara Tepperberg, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Tepperberg graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Steward Carney Hospital Program. Dr. Tepperberg is fluent in English, Azerbaijani, Creoles and pidgins, French, Haitian; Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tepperberg’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tepperberg’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Family Medicine, Carney Hospital, Boston MA | Carney Hospital, Fellow

    • Residency: Steward Carney Hospital Program

    • Medical School: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tepperberg board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Tepperberg, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 1996

    What languages does Dr. Tepperberg speak?

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

    • Azerbaijani

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    • French

    • Haitian; Haitian Creole

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tepperberg typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tepperberg 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. Tepperberg. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tepperberg typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tepperberg performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Tepperberg. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Tepperberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tepperberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Tepperberg in Dorchester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tepperberg's office located?

    Dr. Sara Tepperberg's Primary Practice

    637 Washington St

    Dorchester, MA 02124

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tepperberg affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tepperberg has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Tepperberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104816123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tepperberg?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Tepperberg's specialty?

    Dr. Tepperberg is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dorchester, MA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Sara Tepperberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tepperberg is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Sara Tepperberg accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Tepperberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Tepperberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tepperberg's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sara Tepperberg?

    Please contact Dr. Tepperberg's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tepperberg's office located?

    Dr. Tepperberg's office is located in Dorchester, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Tepperberg have?

    Dr. Sara Tepperberg is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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