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Who is Dr. Elitt, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christopher Elitt, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Elitt graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Elitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elitt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elitt’s office at (617) 355-2556.
Where did Dr. Elitt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus | University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elitt speak?
Dr. Elitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elitt treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Elitt 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. Elitt. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Other Brain Development Problems
- Corpus Callosum Malformation
- Brain Cysts at Birth
- Brain Malformations
- Isolated lissencephaly sequence
- Lissencephaly with cerebellar hypoplasia
- X-linked lissencephaly with abnormal genitalia
- Brain Disease
- Familial porencephaly
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
- Congenital Brain Reduction Defects
- Underdeveloped Brain Regions
- Brain Size Abnormalities
- Agenesis of Corpus Callosum
- ACC
- Congenital Brain Cysts', 'Cerebral Cysts in Newborns', 'Fluid-Filled Sacs in Baby's Brain
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
- Q043: Other reduction deformities of brain
- Q040: Congenital malformations of corpus callosum
- Q046: Congenital cerebral cysts
Also known as:
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy complications
- Fetal health issues during pregnancy
- Problems with baby during pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O3692X1: Maternal care for fetal problem, unspecified, second trimester, fetus 1
- O3693X1: Maternal care for fetal problem, unspecified, third trimester, fetus 1
Also known as:
- Fetal Brain Malformation or Damage During Pregnancy
- Fetal CNS Malformation
- Fetal Neurological Defect
- Brain Birth Defect in Fetus
ICD-10 Codes:
- O3500X1: Maternal care for (suspected) central nervous system malformation or damage in fetus, unspecified, fetus 1
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Unspecified Developmental Disability
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
- Global developmental delay
- Psychological development disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
- F89: Unspecified disorder of psychological development
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Extra Chromosome
- Genetic Disorder
- Trisomy
- Partial Trisomy
- Autosomal Trisomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q928: Other specified trisomies and partial trisomies of autosomes
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Which procedures does Dr. Elitt perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Elitt may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elitt's office.
Does Dr. Elitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Elitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-2556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elitt accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Elitt in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Martin's Point
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elitt's office located?
Dr. Christopher Elitt's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-2556
What is Dr. Elitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447410311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elitt
What is Dr. Christopher Elitt's specialty?
Dr. Elitt is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Elitt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Elitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elitt is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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
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Is Christopher Elitt accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Elitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Elitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elitt's office at (617) 355-2556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Elitt?
Please contact Dr. Elitt's office at (617) 355-2556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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