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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherak, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Raphael Sherak, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Sherak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherak’s office at (203) 688-4242.
What languages does Dr. Sherak speak?
Dr. Sherak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sherak typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sherak 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. Sherak. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Alcohol Intoxication
- Alcohol
- Alcohol poisoning
- Acute alcohol intoxication
- Being drunk
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10920: Alcohol use, unspecified with intoxication, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sherak typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Raphael Sherak may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sherak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sherak accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherak accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sherak 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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sherak's office located?
Dr. Raphael Sherak's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(203) 688-4242
What is Dr. Sherak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669001905.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherak
What is Dr. Raphael Sherak's specialty?
Dr. Sherak is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Raphael Sherak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherak is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven, Tufts Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Raphael Sherak accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Raphael Sherak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raphael Sherak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherak's office at (203) 688-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raphael Sherak?
Please contact Dr. Sherak's office at (203) 688-4242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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