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Dr. James Pomposelli, MD

Boston, MA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pomposelli, Transplant Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. James Pomposelli, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Pomposelli completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Pomposelli is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pomposelli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pomposelli’s office at (720) 848-0000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pomposelli?

    Dr. James Pomposelli, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pomposelli empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Pomposelli is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery | New Engl Deaconess Mc Harvard Med School

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Pomposelli board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Pomposelli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pomposelli speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Pomposelli typically treat?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Pomposelli 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. Pomposelli. 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Long-term Immunosuppressive Biologic Use
    • Chronic biologic therapy
    • Taking biologic immunosuppressants
    • Biologic immune suppressants

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79620: Long term (current) use of immunosuppressive biologic

    What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Pomposelli typically perform?

    As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Pomposelli 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. Pomposelli. 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:

    • Liver Transplant Surgery
    • Orthotopic liver transplant
    • Cadaveric liver transplant
    • Living donor liver transplant
    • Liver replacement surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age

    Also known as:

    • Needle Liver Biopsy (During Other Surgery)
    • Concurrent Liver Biopsy
    • Intraoperative Liver Biopsy
    • Liver Tissue Sample During Surgery
    • Liver Needle Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 47001: Biopsy of liver, needle; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct to Intestine Connection (Roux-en-Y)
    • Roux-en-Y Hepaticojejunostomy
    • Biliary-Enteric Anastomosis
    • Intrahepatic Bile Duct Bypass
    • Bile Duct Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 47785: Anastomosis, Roux-en-Y, of intrahepatic biliary ducts and gastrointestinal tract

    Does Dr. Pomposelli accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pomposelli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pomposelli accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Pomposelli 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

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • Fallon Health

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pomposelli's office located?

    Dr. James Pomposelli's Primary Practice

    800 Washington St # 1013

    Boston, MA 02111

    (720) 848-0000

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

    Dr. Pomposelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457331738.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pomposelli?

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

    What is Dr. James Pomposelli's specialty?

    Dr. Pomposelli is a Transplant Surgeon near Boston, MA.

    What does a Transplant Surgeon do?

    A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.

    Is this Dr. James Pomposelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pomposelli is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & 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 Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. Explore 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 James Pomposelli accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. James Pomposelli is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Pomposelli offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pomposelli's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Pomposelli?

    Please contact Dr. Pomposelli's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Pomposelli have?

    Dr. James Pomposelli is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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