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Dr. Alexander Asch, MD

North Reading, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Asch, Pediatrician in North Reading, MA?

    Dr. Alexander Asch, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in North Reading, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Asch graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hosp Sick Chldn-U Toronto. Dr. Asch is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asch’s office at (978) 664-6868.

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

    • Residency: Hosp Sick Chldn-U Toronto | Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Asch board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Asch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Asch speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Hebrew

    What conditions does Dr. Asch treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Asch 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. Asch. 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:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Earache
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6590: Unspecified nonsuppurative otitis media, unspecified ear
    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6820: Body mass index [BMI] 20.0-20.9, adult

    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

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45998: Other asthma

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Asch perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Asch may include:

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

    Does Dr. Asch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 664-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Asch accept in North Reading, MA?

    Dr. Asch in North Reading, 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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health New England

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • Tufts Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Asch's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Asch's Primary Practice

    178 Park St

    North Reading, MA 01864

    (978) 664-6868

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

    Dr. Asch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497745699.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asch?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Asch's specialty?

    Dr. Asch is a Pediatrician near North Reading, 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. Asch to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Asch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Asch is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 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 Alexander Asch accepting new patients in North Reading, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Asch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Asch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Asch's office at (978) 664-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Asch?

    Please contact Dr. Asch's office at (978) 664-6868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Asch have?

    Dr. Alexander Asch is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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