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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Collins, Internist in Lynn, MA?
Dr. Colleen Collins, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lynn, MA. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Collins completed her residency at Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (781) 736-3677.
Where did Dr. Collins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston City Hoap
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Collins speak?
Dr. Collins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Collins typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Hazardous Body Fluid Exposure
- Infection Control
- Bloodborne pathogen exposure
- Infectious fluid contact
- Biohazard exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7721: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to potentially hazardous body fluids
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Collins typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Colleen Collins 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. Collins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?
Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 736-3677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Lynn, MA?
Dr. Collins in Lynn, 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)
National Benefit Fund
Point32Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Collins' office located?
What is Dr. Collins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336123330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Collins
What is Dr. Colleen Collins's specialty?
Dr. Collins is a Internist near Lynn, 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. Colleen Collins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Collins 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Colleen Collins accepting new patients in Lynn, MA?
Yes, Dr. Colleen Collins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colleen Collins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (781) 736-3677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colleen Collins?
Please contact Dr. Collins's office at (781) 736-3677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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