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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vernacchio, Pediatrician in Boston, MA?
Dr. Louis Vernacchio, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Vernacchio graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Vernacchio is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vernacchio’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernacchio’s office at (617) 277-7320.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vernacchio?
Dr. Louis Vernacchio, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician 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. Vernacchio empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Vernacchio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Vernacchio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vernacchio board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Louis Vernacchio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vernacchio speak?
Dr. Vernacchio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vernacchio typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vernacchio 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. Vernacchio. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vernacchio typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Louis Vernacchio may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Vernacchio's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vernacchio accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernacchio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 277-7320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vernacchio accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Vernacchio 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vernacchio's office located?
What is Dr. Vernacchio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vernacchio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578520466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernacchio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vernacchio
What is Dr. Louis Vernacchio's specialty?
Dr. Vernacchio is a Pediatrician near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Louis Vernacchio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vernacchio is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Louis Vernacchio accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Louis Vernacchio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louis Vernacchio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vernacchio's office at (617) 277-7320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louis Vernacchio?
Please contact Dr. Vernacchio's office at (617) 277-7320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Vernacchio have?
Dr. Louis Vernacchio is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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