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Dr. Louis Vernacchio, MD

Pediatrician

Boston, MA

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.
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    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:

    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?

    Dr. Louis Vernacchio's Primary Practice

    319 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 277-7320

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    What is Dr. Vernacchio's NPI number?A 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Louis Vernacchio?

    Please contact Dr. Vernacchio's office at (617) 277-7320 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vernacchio's office located?

    Dr. Vernacchio's office is located in Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Vernacchio have?

    Dr. Louis Vernacchio is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.