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Dr. Howard Breen, MD

Tewksbury, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Breen, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Tewksbury, MA?

    Dr. Howard Breen, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Tewksbury, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Breen completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Breen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breen’s office at (508) 694-7901.

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

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Otolaryngology; Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Highland Genl Hospital

    Is Dr. Breen board certified as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Breen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Breen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Breen typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Breen 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. Breen. 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Breen typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Howard Breen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Breen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Breen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 694-7901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breen accept in Tewksbury, MA?

    Dr. Breen in Tewksbury, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Breen's office located?

    Dr. Howard Breen's Primary Practice

    345 Main St

    Tewksbury, MA 01876

    (508) 694-7901

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    1 Hospital Dr

    Lowell, MA 01852

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    Dr. Howard Breen's Practice 3

    484 Route 134

    South Dennis, MA 02660

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

    Dr. Breen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497768105.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breen?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Breen's specialty?

    Dr. Breen is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Tewksbury, MA.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Howard Breen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Breen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). 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 Howard Breen accepting new patients in Tewksbury, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Breen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Breen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breen's office at (508) 694-7901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Breen?

    Please contact Dr. Breen's office at (508) 694-7901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Breen have?

    Dr. Howard Breen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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