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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Drake, Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Frederick Drake, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Drake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drake’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drake’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Drake?
Dr. Frederick Drake, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Drake empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adrenal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Drake is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Drake speak?
Dr. Drake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Drake treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Drake 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. Drake. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Overactive Thyroid Nodule
- Hyperthyroidism with Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
- Toxic Thyroid Nodule', 'Plummer's Disease
- Single Toxic Adenoma
- Toxic Multinodular Goiter
- Overactive Lumpy Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0510: Thyrotoxicosis with toxic single thyroid nodule without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0520: Thyrotoxicosis with toxic multinodular goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Benign Adrenal Gland Tumor
- Benign Parathyroid Gland Tumor
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Benign Tumor
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous growth in adrenal gland
- Adrenal adenoma
- Non-malignant adrenal mass
- Non-cancerous parathyroid growth
- Benign parathyroid neoplasm
- Parathyroid adenoma
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3501: Benign neoplasm of right adrenal gland
- D3502: Benign neoplasm of left adrenal gland
- D351: Benign neoplasm of parathyroid gland
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenal Problems
- Adrenal Disease
- Adrenal Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E278: Other specified disorders of adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Enlarged Thyroid Gland
- Simple Goiter
- Thyroid Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperaldosteronism
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Conn's Syndrome
- Excess Aldosterone
- Aldosteronism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E2609: Other primary hyperaldosteronism
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Hypercortisolism
- High Cortisol Levels
- Adrenal Hyperfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E249: Cushing's syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
Which procedures does Dr. Drake perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Frederick Drake may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Drake's office.
Does Dr. Drake accept my insurance?
Dr. Drake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Drake accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Drake in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Drake's office located?
What is Dr. Drake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285880294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drake
What is Dr. Frederick Drake's specialty?
Dr. Drake is a Surgeon near Boston, MA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Drake to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frederick Drake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drake is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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
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Is Frederick Drake accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Drake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Drake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drake's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Drake?
Please contact Dr. Drake's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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