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Dr. Dana Sackton, MD

Pediatrician

Medford, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sackton, Pediatrician in Medford, MA?

    Dr. Dana Sackton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Medford, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Sackton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sackton’s office at (781) 306-5437.

    Where did Dr. Sackton go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College

    Is Dr. Sackton board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Sackton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sackton speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sackton typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sackton 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. Sackton. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sackton typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Dana Sackton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sackton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sackton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 306-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sackton accept in Medford, MA?

    Dr. Sackton in Medford, 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

    • Fallon Health

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sackton's office located?

    Dr. Dana Sackton's Primary Practice

    26 City Hall Mall

    Medford, MA 02155

    (781) 306-5437

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

    Dr. Sackton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194942821.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sackton?

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

    What is Dr. Dana Sackton's specialty?

    Dr. Sackton is a Pediatrician near Medford, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Dana Sackton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sackton is affiliated with Exeter Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Dana Sackton accepting new patients in Medford, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Sackton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dana Sackton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sackton's office at (781) 306-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dana Sackton?

    Please contact Dr. Sackton's office at (781) 306-5437 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sackton's office located?

    Dr. Sackton's office is located in Medford, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dana Sackton have?

    Dr. Dana Sackton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.