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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gelev, Internist in Waltham, MA?
Dr. Christina Gelev, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Waltham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gelev completed her residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gelev is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelev’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelev’s office at (781) 487-4350.
Where did Dr. Gelev go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Gelev board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Gelev, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gelev speak?
Dr. Gelev and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gelev typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gelev 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. Gelev. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gelev typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Gelev may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gelev's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gelev accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelev accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 487-4350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelev accept in Waltham, MA?
Dr. Gelev in Waltham, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gelev's office located?
Dr. Christina Gelev's Primary Practice
40 Second Ave Ste 400
Waltham, MA 02451
(781) 487-4350
What is Dr. Gelev's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518958131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelev?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelev
What is Dr. Christina Gelev's specialty?
Dr. Gelev is a Internist near Waltham, MA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Christina Gelev affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelev is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Emerson Health, Tufts Medical Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christina Gelev accepting new patients in Waltham, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Gelev is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Gelev offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelev's office at (781) 487-4350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Gelev?
Please contact Dr. Gelev's office at (781) 487-4350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Gelev have?
Dr. Christina Gelev is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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