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Dr. Rachel Powsner, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Powsner, Nuclear Radiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rachel Powsner, MD is a Nuclear Radiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Powsner graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Powsner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powsner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powsner’s office at (617) 638-7450.
Where did Dr. Powsner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Powsner speak?
Dr. Powsner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Powsner typically treat?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, Dr. Powsner 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. Powsner. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Nuclear Radiologist like Dr. Powsner typically perform?
As a Nuclear Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Powsner may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Powsner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Powsner accept my insurance?
Dr. Powsner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-7450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Powsner accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Powsner 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
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Powsner's office located?
What is Dr. Powsner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Powsner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528179942.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powsner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Powsner
What is Dr. Rachel Powsner's specialty?
Dr. Powsner is a Nuclear Radiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Nuclear Radiologist do?
A nuclear radiologist has expertise in the analysis of nuclear medicine and utilizes radionuclides and radiolabeled substances for both in vitro and in vivo diagnostics. Additionally, they administer these substances for the treatment of various diseases.
Is this Dr. Rachel Powsner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Powsner 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
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Is Rachel Powsner accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Powsner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Powsner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Powsner's office at (617) 638-7450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Powsner?
Please contact Dr. Powsner's office at (617) 638-7450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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