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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kopelman, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Richard Kopelman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Kopelman completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kopelman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kopelman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kopelman’s office at (617) 636-5400.
Where did Dr. Kopelman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Kopelman board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kopelman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kopelman speak?
Dr. Kopelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kopelman typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kopelman 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. Kopelman. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kopelman typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Kopelman may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kopelman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kopelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kopelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kopelman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kopelman 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
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kopelman's office located?
What is Dr. Kopelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kopelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023125481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kopelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kopelman
What is Dr. Richard Kopelman's specialty?
Dr. Kopelman is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Richard Kopelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kopelman is affiliated with Tufts 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Kopelman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kopelman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kopelman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kopelman's office at (617) 636-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kopelman?
Please contact Dr. Kopelman's office at (617) 636-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kopelman have?
Dr. Richard Kopelman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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