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Dr. Adam Burrows, MD

Dr. Adam Burrows, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist

Dorchester, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burrows, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Adam Burrows, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Burrows completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Burrows is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burrows’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burrows’s office at (617) 287-8000.

    Where did Dr. Burrows go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine, Harvard Division on Aging, Boston MA | Harvard Division On Aging, Fellow:Geriatrics

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Boston City Hosp, Internal Medicine | Boston City Hospital | Boston Medical Center | Boston VA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Burrows board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Adam Burrows, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Burrows speak?

    Dr. Burrows and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burrows typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Burrows 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. Burrows. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burrows typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Adam Burrows may include:

    Please contact Dr. Burrows' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Burrows accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burrows accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 287-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burrows accept in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Burrows in Dorchester, 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

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Burrows' office located?

    Dr. Adam Burrows' Primary Practice

    500 Columbia Rd

    Dorchester, MA 02125

    (617) 287-8000

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    Dr. Adam Burrows' Practice 2

    36 Dearborn St

    Boston, MA 02119

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    • Boston Super Doctors, 2011

    What is Dr. Burrows's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Burrows's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700841996.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burrows?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burrows

    What is Dr. Adam Burrows's specialty?

    Dr. Burrows is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Dorchester, MA.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Adam Burrows affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burrows is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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

    When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Adam Burrows accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Adam Burrows is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Adam Burrows offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burrows' office at (617) 287-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Adam Burrows?

    Please contact Dr. Burrows' office at (617) 287-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Burrows' office located?

    Dr. Burrows' offices are located in Dorchester, MA and Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Adam Burrows have?

    Dr. Adam Burrows is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.