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Dr. Michael Obrien, MD

Pediatrician

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Obrien, Pediatrician in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Michael Obrien, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Obrien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obrien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obrien’s office at (617) 636-5078.

    What languages does Dr. Obrien speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Obrien typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Obrien 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. Obrien. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Risk for Cavities
    • Tooth Decay
    • High cavity risk
    • Increased tooth decay risk
    • Prone to cavities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z91843: Risk for dental caries, high

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Obrien typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Obrien may include:

    Please contact Dr. Obrien's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Obrien accept my insurance?

    Dr. Obrien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Obrien in Boston, 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 Association

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Obrien's office located?

    Dr. Michael Obrien's Primary Practice

    800 Washington St Ste 286

    Boston, MA 02111

    (617) 636-5078

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

    Dr. Obrien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437738168.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obrien?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Obrien's specialty?

    Dr. Obrien is a Pediatrician near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Michael Obrien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Obrien is affiliated with Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Michael Obrien accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Obrien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Obrien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Obrien's office at (617) 636-5078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Obrien?

    Please contact Dr. Obrien's office at (617) 636-5078 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Obrien's office located?

    Dr. Obrien's office is located in Boston, MA.