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Who is Dr. Carey, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alexandra Carey, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Carey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carey’s office at (857) 218-3612.
Is Dr. Carey board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Carey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Carey speak?
Dr. Carey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Carey treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Carey 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. Carey. 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:
- Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Electrolyte Disorder
- Fluid Balance Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
- Intestinal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90821: Short bowel syndrome with colon in continuity
Also known as:
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Due to Intolerance
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- After Surgery
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
- Food Intolerance Malabsorption
- Digestive Intolerance
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
- K9049: Malabsorption due to intolerance, not elsewhere classified
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Intestinal Failure
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
- Gut Failure
- Bowel Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90822: Short bowel syndrome without colon in continuity
- K90829: Short bowel syndrome, unspecified
- K9083: Intestinal failure
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Disorder
- Metabolism disorder
- Metabolic disease
- Body chemistry imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E889: Metabolic disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Circulatory System Disorder
- Other Blood Vessel Problems
- Unspecified Circulatory Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I998: Other disorder of circulatory system
Also known as:
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Nutrient Shortage
- Lack of Essential Nutrients
ICD-10 Codes:
- E639: Nutritional deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
What procedures does Dr. Carey perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Carey performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Carey. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Enteroscopy with biopsy
- Deep small bowel endoscopy
- Ileum endoscopy
- Small bowel scope with tissue sample
- Enteroscopy with Biopsy
- Small Bowel Endoscopy
- Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 44377: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Does Dr. Carey accept my insurance?
Dr. Carey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (857) 218-3612 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carey accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Carey in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
MedImpact
Neighborhood Health Plan (RI)
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carey's office located?
Dr. Alexandra Carey's Primary Practice
333 Longwood Ave Fl 4
Boston, MA 02115
(857) 218-3612
What is Dr. Carey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063674414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carey
What is Dr. Alexandra Carey's specialty?
Dr. Carey 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. Carey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexandra Carey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carey is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Albany Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Alexandra Carey accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Carey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Carey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (857) 218-3612 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Carey?
Please contact Dr. Carey's office at (857) 218-3612 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexandra Carey have?
Dr. Alexandra Carey is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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