Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunning, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kristen Gunning, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gunning completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gunning is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunning’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunning’s office at (617) 724-6610.
Where did Dr. Gunning go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma
Is Dr. Gunning board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Gunning, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunning speak?
Dr. Gunning and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gunning typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gunning 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. Gunning. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adjustment Disorder
- Mental Disorder
- Situational Depression
- Stress Response Syndrome
- Reaction to Stress
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4320: Adjustment disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gunning typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristen Gunning may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gunning's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunning accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunning accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-6610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunning accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gunning 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunning's office located?
What is Dr. Gunning's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunning's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588639108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunning?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunning
What is Dr. Kristen Gunning's specialty?
Dr. Gunning is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Kristen Gunning affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunning is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Emerson Health, Boston Medical Center 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kristen Gunning accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Gunning is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Gunning offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunning's office at (617) 724-6610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Gunning?
Please contact Dr. Gunning's office at (617) 724-6610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Gunning have?
Dr. Kristen Gunning is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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