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Who is Dr. Kussman, Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Barry Kussman is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Kussman completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Boston. Dr. Kussman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kussman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kussman’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Kussman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology | Groote Schuur Hospital S Africa
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Kussman board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Barry Kussman is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kussman speak?
Dr. Kussman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kussman typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kussman 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. Kussman. 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Great Vein Malformation
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
Also known as:
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kussman typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Barry Kussman may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kussman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kussman 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. Kussman accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kussman 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kussman's office located?
What is Dr. Kussman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kussman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689642688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kussman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kussman
What is Dr. Barry Kussman's specialty?
Dr. Kussman is a Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Barry Kussman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kussman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens 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 Barry Kussman accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Barry Kussman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barry Kussman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barry Kussman?
Please contact Dr. Kussman's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Kussman have?
Dr. Barry Kussman is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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