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Dr. Benjamin Wagner, MD

Hospitalist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wagner, Hospitalist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Benjamin Wagner, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wagner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wagner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wagner’s office at (617) 667-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Wagner speak?

    Dr. Wagner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wagner typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Wagner 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. Wagner. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Wagner typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Wagner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wagner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wagner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wagner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wagner accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Wagner 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Wagner's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Wagner's Primary Practice

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

    (617) 667-7000

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    Dr. Benjamin Wagner's Practice 2

    148 Chestnut St

    Needham, MA 02492

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    What is Dr. Wagner's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Wagner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164045175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wagner?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wagner

    What is Dr. Benjamin Wagner's specialty?

    Dr. Wagner is a Hospitalist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Wagner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wagner is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Wagner accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Wagner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Wagner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wagner's office at (617) 667-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Wagner?

    Please contact Dr. Wagner's office at (617) 667-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wagner's office located?

    Dr. Wagner's offices are located in Boston, MA and Needham, MA.