
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunther, Addiction Medicine Specialist in East Boston, MA?
Dr. David Gunther, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in East Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gunther completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Family Medicine. Dr. Gunther is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunther’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunther’s office at (339) 368-7649.
Where did Dr. Gunther go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Family Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia
Is Dr. Gunther board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Gunther, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunther speak?
Dr. Gunther and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gunther typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gunther 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. Gunther. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Personality Disorder
- BPD
- Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F603: Borderline personality disorder
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gunther typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Gunther may include:
Please contact Dr. Gunther's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunther accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunther accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (339) 368-7649 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunther accept in East Boston, MA?
Dr. Gunther in East Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Eternal Health
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunther's office located?
What is Dr. Gunther's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunther's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467426536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunther?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunther
What is Dr. David Gunther's specialty?
Dr. Gunther is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near East Boston, MA.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. David Gunther affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunther 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Gunther accepting new patients in East Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Gunther is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Gunther offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunther's office at (339) 368-7649 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Gunther?
Please contact Dr. Gunther's office at (339) 368-7649 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Gunther have?
Dr. David Gunther is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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