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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gettings, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jennifer Gettings, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Gettings is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gettings’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gettings’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Gettings speak?
Dr. Gettings and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Gettings typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Gettings 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. Gettings. 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:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Fetal Brain or Spinal Cord Malformation
- Fetal CNS Anomaly
- Baby Brain Damage in Utero
- Fetal Neurological Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O3500X0: Maternal care for (suspected) central nervous system malformation or damage in fetus, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Various Brain Conditions
- Uncommon Brain Problems
- Specified Brain Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9389: Other specified disorders of brain
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
- Movement Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Muscle and Joint Problems
- Bone and Muscle Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Gettings typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Gettings may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Gettings' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gettings accept my insurance?
Dr. Gettings accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gettings accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gettings 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)
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gettings' office located?
What is Dr. Gettings's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gettings's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578299020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gettings?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gettings
What is Dr. Jennifer Gettings's specialty?
Dr. Gettings is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Jennifer Gettings affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gettings is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Exeter Hospital, Tufts Medical Center 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 Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. 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 Jennifer Gettings accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Gettings is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Gettings offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gettings's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Gettings?
Please contact Dr. Gettings's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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