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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ketro, Family Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Paul Ketro, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ketro completed his residency at St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ketro is fluent in English, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ketro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ketro’s office at (617) 643-8000.
Where did Dr. Ketro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Is Dr. Ketro board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Ketro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ketro speak?
Dr. Ketro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ketro typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ketro 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. Ketro. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Depression
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ketro typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Ketro may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ketro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ketro accept my insurance?
Dr. Ketro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 643-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ketro accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ketro 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
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ketro's office located?
What is Dr. Ketro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ketro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851374110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ketro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ketro
What is Dr. Paul Ketro's specialty?
Dr. Ketro is a Family Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Paul Ketro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ketro is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Emerson Health 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Paul Ketro accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Ketro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Ketro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ketro's office at (617) 643-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Ketro?
Please contact Dr. Ketro's office at (617) 643-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Ketro have?
Dr. Paul Ketro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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