43 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kross, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Joan Kross, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Kross completed her residency at Cornell Cooperating Hospitals. Dr. Kross is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kross’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kross’s office at (617) 636-1545.
Where did Dr. Kross go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cornell Cooperating Hospitals | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine,Brooklyn, Ny, United States
Is Dr. Kross board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Joan Kross, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kross speak?
Dr. Kross and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Kross treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kross 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. Kross. 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 here.
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
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does Dr. Kross perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Kross performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kross. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Kross accept my insurance?
Dr. Kross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-1545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kross accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kross 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kross' office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Top Doctor, U.S. News & World Report
What is Dr. Kross's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306953328.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kross?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kross
What is Dr. Joan Kross's specialty?
Dr. Kross is a Internist near Boston, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Kross to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joan Kross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kross 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Joan Kross accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joan Kross is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Kross offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kross's office at (617) 636-1545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Kross?
Please contact Dr. Kross's office at (617) 636-1545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Kross have?
Dr. Joan Kross is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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