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16 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Zalieckas, Pediatric Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jill Zalieckas, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Zalieckas graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed her residency at Lahey Clinic, General Surgery. Dr. Zalieckas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zalieckas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zalieckas’s office at (617) 735-7842.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Zalieckas?
Dr. Jill Zalieckas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric 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. Zalieckas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), Critical Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Zalieckas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Zalieckas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lahey Clinic, General Surgery
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
Is Dr. Zalieckas board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jill Zalieckas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Zalieckas speak?
Dr. Zalieckas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zalieckas treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Zalieckas 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. Zalieckas. 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:
- Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Underdeveloped or Abnormal Lung
- Birth Defects
- Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
- Lung Disease
- CDH
- Diaphragm birth defect
- Hole in diaphragm at birth
- Lung Hypoplasia
- Lung Dysplasia
- Small or Malformed Lung
- Congenital Lung Hypoplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q790: Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
- Q336: Congenital hypoplasia and dysplasia of lung
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Acute Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
- Sudden Child Feeding Problem
- Acute Infant Feeding Issue
- Short-term Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
- R6331: Pediatric feeding disorder, acute
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- UC with Bleeding
- Bloody Stools from Colitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding with UC
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51811: Other ulcerative colitis with rectal bleeding
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
Also known as:
- Soft Windpipe at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tracheal Disorder
- Tracheomalacia
- Floppy Windpipe
- Congenital Tracheal Softness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q320: Congenital tracheomalacia
Which procedures does Dr. Zalieckas perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Jill Zalieckas 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. Zalieckas' office.
Does Dr. Zalieckas accept my insurance?
Dr. Zalieckas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 735-7842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zalieckas accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Zalieckas in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zalieckas' office located?
Dr. Jill Zalieckas' Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 3
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 735-7842
What is Dr. Zalieckas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zalieckas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174794556.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zalieckas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zalieckas
What is Dr. Jill Zalieckas's specialty?
Dr. Zalieckas is a Pediatric Surgeon near Boston, MA. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Zalieckas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jill Zalieckas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zalieckas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jill Zalieckas accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jill Zalieckas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jill Zalieckas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zalieckas's office at (617) 735-7842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jill Zalieckas?
Please contact Dr. Zalieckas's office at (617) 735-7842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jill Zalieckas have?
Dr. Jill Zalieckas is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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