Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perls, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Thomas Perls, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perls graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Perls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perls’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perls’s office at (617) 414-4290.
Where did Dr. Perls go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge MA ,, Postdoctoral fellowship, Brown University, Providence RI
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center (1989) Find alumni in BOSTON | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Perls board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Perls, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perls speak?
Dr. Perls and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perls typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perls 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. Perls. 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:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perls typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Perls may include:
Please contact Dr. Perls' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perls accept my insurance?
Dr. Perls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perls accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Perls in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perls' office located?
Dr. Thomas Perls' Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-4290
Recognitions
Awards
Faculty Scholars Award, Alzheimer'S Assoc
Phsyician Scientist Award, National Institutes Of
Boston Faculty Scholar In Aging Award
What is Dr. Perls's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093792939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perls?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perls
What is Dr. Thomas Perls's specialty?
Dr. Perls is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Thomas Perls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perls is affiliated with Boston 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thomas Perls accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Perls is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Perls offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perls's office at (617) 414-4290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Perls?
Please contact Dr. Perls's office at (617) 414-4290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Perls have?
Dr. Thomas Perls is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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