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Dr. Brian Penti, MD

Dr. Brian Penti, MD

Arlington, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Penti, Family Medicine Specialist in Arlington, MA?

    Dr. Brian Penti, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Arlington, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Penti graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Penti is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penti’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penti’s office at (781) 648-9700.

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

    • Residency: Boston Medical Center | Boston Medical Center

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Penti board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Penti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Penti speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Penti treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Penti 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. Penti. 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:

    • 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Neuropathy Type 1
    • Juvenile Diabetes with Nerve Damage
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1040: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Penti perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Penti may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Penti's office.

    Does Dr. Penti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 648-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penti accept in Arlington, MA?

    Dr. Penti in Arlington, 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

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Penti's office located?

    Dr. Brian Penti's Primary Practice

    11 Water St Ste 1A

    Arlington, MA 02476

    (781) 648-9700

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    Dr. Brian Penti's Practice 2

    850 Harrison Ave # 4

    Boston, MA 02118

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    Awards

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

    Dr. Penti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003921065.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penti?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Penti's specialty?

    Dr. Penti is a Family Medicine Specialist near Arlington, MA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Penti to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Penti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Penti is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital, Boston 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Brian Penti accepting new patients in Arlington, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Penti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Penti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Penti's office at (781) 648-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Penti?

    Please contact Dr. Penti's office at (781) 648-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Penti have?

    Dr. Brian Penti is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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