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Who is Dr. Fishman, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laurie Fishman, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Fishman graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Program. Dr. Fishman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fishman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fishman’s office at (617) 355-6058.
Where did Dr. Fishman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fishman speak?
Dr. Fishman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fishman treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Fishman 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. Fishman. 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.
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
- Eating Disorder
- ARFID
- Selective eating disorder
- Food avoidance disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5082: Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Underweight
- Body Weight
- Low body weight
- Below healthy weight
- Malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- R636: Underweight
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Fishman perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laurie Fishman may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fishman's office.
Does Dr. Fishman accept my insurance?
Dr. Fishman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6058 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fishman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Fishman 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fishman's office located?
Dr. Laurie Fishman's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 3446
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6058
What is Dr. Fishman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fishman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053324400.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fishman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fishman
What is Dr. Laurie Fishman's specialty?
Dr. Fishman is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Fishman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laurie Fishman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fishman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Laurie Fishman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Fishman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurie Fishman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fishman's office at (617) 355-6058 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurie Fishman?
Please contact Dr. Fishman's office at (617) 355-6058 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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