32 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Looby-Gordon, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Looby-Gordon graduated from Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research and completed her residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Looby-Gordon is fluent in English, French, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Looby-Gordon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Looby-Gordon’s office at (617) 414-5951.
Where did Dr. Looby-Gordon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research
Is Dr. Looby-Gordon board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Looby-Gordon speak?
Dr. Looby-Gordon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Looby-Gordon typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Looby-Gordon 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. Looby-Gordon. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Looby-Gordon typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Looby-Gordon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Looby-Gordon accept my insurance?
Dr. Looby-Gordon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-5951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Looby-Gordon accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Looby-Gordon in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Looby-Gordon's office located?
Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon also offers virtual visits
Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-5951
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon?
Dr. Looby-Gordon has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Looby-Gordon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Looby-Gordon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972549343.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Looby-Gordon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Looby-Gordon
What is Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon's specialty?
Dr. Looby-Gordon is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Looby-Gordon 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandra Looby-Gordon accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Looby-Gordon, or call (617) 414-5951 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Looby-Gordon?
Yes, Dr. Looby-Gordon offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Looby-Gordon, or call (617) 414-5951 for more information.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon have?
Dr. Sandra Looby-Gordon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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