Dr. Charles Berde, MD, PHD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Boston, MA
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Berde, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Charles Berde, MD, PHD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Berde graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Berde is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berde’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berde’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Berde?
Dr. Charles Berde, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Berde empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain Management-Pediatric, Pain-Acute, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Berde is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Berde go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Anesthesia - Boston Children's Hospital, to - Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Anesthesia
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Anesthesiology; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Boston | Massachusetts General Hospital | Children's Hospital Boston | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Berde board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Berde, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Berde speak?
Dr. Berde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Berde typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Berde 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. Berde. 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:
- Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Infantile Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Spinal Muscular Atrophy
- Genetic SMA
- Familial Spinal Atrophy
- Hereditary Muscle Weakness
- SMA Type 1
- Werdnig-Hoffman Disease
- Severe Infantile SMA
ICD-10 Codes:
- G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy
- G120: Infantile spinal muscular atrophy, type I [Werdnig-Hoffman]
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Erythromelalgia
- Burning Man Syndrome
- Red Hot Extremities
- Peripheral Vascular Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7381: Erythromelalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Berde typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Berde performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Berde. 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Also known as:
- Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
- Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
- Spinal tap
- CSF analysis
- Diagnostic lumbar puncture
- Cerebrospinal fluid collection
CPT Codes:
- 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Berde accept my insurance?
Dr. Berde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berde accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Berde 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
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Berde's office located?
What is Dr. Berde's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356318018.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berde?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berde
What is Dr. Charles Berde's specialty?
Dr. Berde is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Charles Berde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Berde is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Charles Berde accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Berde is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Berde offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berde's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Berde?
Please contact Dr. Berde's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Berde have?
Dr. Charles Berde is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pediatrics.
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