20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Brandoff, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Douglas Brandoff, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Brandoff completed his residency at Lahey Clin. Dr. Brandoff is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brandoff’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brandoff’s office at (617) 632-6464.
Where did Dr. Brandoff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lahey Clin
What languages does Dr. Brandoff speak?
Dr. Brandoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does Dr. Brandoff treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Brandoff 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. Brandoff. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Cancer-Related Fatigue
- Fatigue
- Cancer
- Cancer Fatigue
- Cancer exhaustion
- Tiredness from cancer
- Chemotherapy fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R530: Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Nerve Damage
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Drug Reactions
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Medication-Induced Neuropathy
- Toxic Neuropathy
- Drug-Related Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G620: Drug-induced polyneuropathy
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Emotional Problems
- Mental Health
- Emotional distress
- Mood issues
- Feeling unwell emotionally
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4589: Other symptoms and signs involving emotional state
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Brandoff perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Brandoff may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brandoff's office.
Does Dr. Brandoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Brandoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brandoff accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Brandoff in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brandoff's office located?
Dr. Douglas Brandoff's Primary Practice
450 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 632-6464
What is Dr. Brandoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brandoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891786802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brandoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brandoff
What is Dr. Douglas Brandoff's specialty?
Dr. Brandoff is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Brandoff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Brandoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Brandoff is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana - Farber Cancer Institute - Longwood Medical Area. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Douglas Brandoff accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Brandoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Brandoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brandoff's office at (617) 632-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Brandoff?
Please contact Dr. Brandoff's office at (617) 632-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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