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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Anatomic Pathologist in South Weymouth, MA?
Dr. Michael O'brien, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in South Weymouth, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. O'brien completed his residency at Boston City Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (781) 331-2922.
Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston City Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl
Is Dr. O'brien board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael O'brien may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 331-2922 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in South Weymouth, MA?
Dr. O'brien in South Weymouth, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
Dr. Michael O'brien's Primary Practice
1085 Main St
South Weymouth, MA 02190
(781) 331-2922
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700858438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Michael O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Anatomic Pathologist near South Weymouth, MA.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.
Is this Dr. Michael O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien 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 an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael O'brien accepting new patients in South Weymouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (781) 331-2922 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (781) 331-2922 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael O'brien have?
Dr. Michael O'brien is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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