Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elkort, Pediatrician in Newton, MA?
Dr. Michael Elkort, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Newton, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Elkort graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Elkort is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elkort’s office at (617) 969-8989.
Where did Dr. Elkort go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Pediatrics | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Elkort board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Michael Elkort, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Elkort speak?
Dr. Elkort and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Elkort typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Elkort 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. Elkort. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Elkort typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Elkort may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Elkort's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elkort accept my insurance?
Dr. Elkort accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 969-8989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elkort accept in Newton, MA?
Dr. Elkort in Newton, 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)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Elkort's office located?
Dr. Michael Elkort's Primary Practice
2000 Washington St Ste 466
Newton, MA 02462
(617) 969-8989
Recognitions
Awards
Outstanding Medical Service Award From The
Murex Diagnostics Award In Micrbiology
What is Dr. Elkort's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elkort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811937345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elkort?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elkort
What is Dr. Michael Elkort's specialty?
Dr. Elkort is a Pediatrician near Newton, 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 this Dr. Michael Elkort affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elkort is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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
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 Michael Elkort accepting new patients in Newton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Elkort is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Elkort offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elkort's office at (617) 969-8989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Elkort?
Please contact Dr. Elkort's office at (617) 969-8989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Elkort have?
Dr. Michael Elkort is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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