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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hession, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Eileen Hession, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Hession completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hession is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hession’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hession’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Where did Dr. Hession go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt
Is Dr. Hession board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Eileen Hession, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hession speak?
Dr. Hession and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hession typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hession 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. Hession. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hession typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Eileen Hession may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Hession's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hession accept my insurance?
Dr. Hession accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hession accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hession in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hession's office located?
What is Dr. Hession's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hession's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376654491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hession?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hession
What is Dr. Eileen Hession's specialty?
Dr. Hession is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Eileen Hession affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hession is affiliated with Emerson Health, Massachusetts General Hospital, Lowell General Hospital, Brigham And Women's Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eileen Hession accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Eileen Hession is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eileen Hession offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hession's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eileen Hession?
Please contact Dr. Hession's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eileen Hession have?
Dr. Eileen Hession is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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