Dr. Stephen Summers, MD
Worcester, MA
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Summers, Pulmonologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Stephen Summers, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Summers completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Summers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Summers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Summers’s office at (508) 334-1840.
Where did Dr. Summers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Maryland Medical Center
Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Is Dr. Summers board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Summers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Summers speak?
Dr. Summers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Summers typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Summers 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. Summers. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Summers typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Summers may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Summers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Summers accept my insurance?
Dr. Summers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-1840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Summers accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Summers in Worcester, 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
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Summers' office located?
What is Dr. Summers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Summers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841233269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Summers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Summers
What is Dr. Stephen Summers's specialty?
Dr. Summers is a Pulmonologist near Worcester, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Stephen Summers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Summers is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus, Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma 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
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Is Stephen Summers accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Summers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Summers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Summers's office at (508) 334-1840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Summers?
Please contact Dr. Summers's office at (508) 334-1840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Summers have?
Dr. Stephen Summers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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