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Dr. David Barrasso, MD

Medford, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barrasso, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Medford, MA?

    Dr. David Barrasso, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Medford, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Barrasso graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Caritas Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Barrasso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barrasso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barrasso’s office at (781) 937-9660.

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

    • Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Caritas Carney Hosp, Internal Medicine | Deaconess Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Barrasso board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Barrasso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Barrasso speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barrasso typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barrasso 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. Barrasso. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Barrasso typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Barrasso 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. Barrasso. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Barrasso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barrasso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 937-9660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barrasso accept in Medford, MA?

    Dr. Barrasso in Medford, 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

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Fallon Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Barrasso's office located?

    Dr. David Barrasso's Primary Practice

    170 Governors Ave

    Medford, MA 02155

    (781) 937-9660

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

    Dr. Barrasso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467433748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barrasso?

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

    What is Dr. David Barrasso's specialty?

    Dr. Barrasso is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Medford, MA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is this Dr. David Barrasso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barrasso 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 David Barrasso accepting new patients in Medford, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Barrasso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Barrasso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barrasso's office at (781) 937-9660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Barrasso?

    Please contact Dr. Barrasso's office at (781) 937-9660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Barrasso have?

    Dr. David Barrasso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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