20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sweet, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lydecke Sweet, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Sweet graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sweet is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sweet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sweet’s office.
Where did Dr. Sweet go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sweet board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lydecke Sweet, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sweet speak?
Dr. Sweet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sweet typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sweet 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. Sweet. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sweet typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lydecke Sweet 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. Sweet's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sweet accept my insurance?
Dr. Sweet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sweet accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sweet in Boston, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sweet's office located?
What is Dr. Sweet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sweet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639160146.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sweet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sweet
What is Dr. Lydecke Sweet's specialty?
Dr. Sweet is a Internist near Boston, 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. Lydecke Sweet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sweet is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Griffin Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth, 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 Lydecke Sweet accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lydecke Sweet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lydecke Sweet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sweet's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lydecke Sweet?
Please contact Dr. Sweet's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lydecke Sweet have?
Dr. Lydecke Sweet is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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