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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 by the American Board of Pediatrics. 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 (617) 355-3397.
Is Dr. Carey board certified in 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 After Surgery
- Malabsorption Due to Intolerance
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- After Surgery
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
- Food Intolerance Malabsorption
- Digestive Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
- K9049: Malabsorption due to intolerance, 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:
- 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:
- Short Bowel Syndrome
- Short Gut Syndrome
- SBS
ICD-10 Codes:
- K90822: Short bowel syndrome without colon in continuity
- K90829: Short bowel syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Nutrient Shortage
- Lack of Essential Nutrients
ICD-10 Codes:
- E639: Nutritional deficiency, 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:
- Metabolic Disorder
- Metabolism disorder
- Metabolic disease
- Body chemistry imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E889: Metabolic disorder, 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:
- 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:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
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
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:
- Bacterial Intestinal Infection
- Bacterial Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Bacterial Gut Infection
- Bacterial Enteritis
- Bacterial Gastroenteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A049: Bacterial intestinal infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Carey perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexandra Carey 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. Carey's office.
Does Dr. Carey accept my insurance?
Dr. Carey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-3397 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)
Network Health
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carey's office located?
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?
No, Carey 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 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 (617) 355-3397 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 (617) 355-3397 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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