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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burstein, Medical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Harold Burstein, MD, PHD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burstein completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Burstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burstein’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burstein’s office at (617) 632-3800.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burstein?
Dr. Harold Burstein, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Medical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burstein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Burstein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Burstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Hematology/Oncology | Dana Farber Cancer Institute
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Burstein board certified in Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Harold Burstein, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burstein speak?
Dr. Burstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Burstein treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Burstein 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. Burstein. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS)
- Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- DCIS
- Early Ductal Breast Cancer
- Precancerous Ductal Lesion
- Cancer of right female nipple
- Right female areola tumor
- Malignant growth on right female nipple
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- D0510: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of unspecified breast
- C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Male Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Male Breast Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Male Breast Tumor
- Breast Cancer in Men
- Male Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50929: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified male breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Which procedures does Dr. Burstein perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Harold Burstein may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Burstein's office.
Does Dr. Burstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Burstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burstein accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Burstein in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Burstein's office located?
What is Dr. Burstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285603001.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burstein
What is Dr. Harold Burstein's specialty?
Dr. Burstein is a Medical Oncologist near Boston, MA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Burstein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Harold Burstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burstein is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Medical Oncologist?
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Is Harold Burstein accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Harold Burstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harold Burstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burstein's office at (617) 632-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harold Burstein?
Please contact Dr. Burstein's office at (617) 632-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Harold Burstein have?
Dr. Harold Burstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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