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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Schaefer, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kristen Schaefer, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Schaefer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schaefer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schaefer’s office at (617) 632-6180.
What languages does Dr. Schaefer speak?
Dr. Schaefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Schaefer typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Schaefer 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. Schaefer. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Schaefer typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Schaefer may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schaefer accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Schaefer 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Schaefer's office located?
What is Dr. Schaefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schaefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023093747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schaefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schaefer
What is Dr. Kristen Schaefer's specialty?
Dr. Schaefer is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Kristen Schaefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Schaefer 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Schaefer accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Schaefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Schaefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (617) 632-6180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Schaefer?
Please contact Dr. Schaefer's office at (617) 632-6180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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