Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hilburn, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Susan Hilburn, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hilburn completed her residency at Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery and is currently affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Ctr. Dr. Hilburn is fluent in English, Urdu, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hilburn’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hilburn’s office at (781) 744-3839.
Where did Dr. Hilburn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine; Univ Of So Al Hosps, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hilburn board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Hilburn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hilburn speak?
Dr. Hilburn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
Vietnamese
Welsh
Yiddish
Yoruba
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hilburn typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Hilburn 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. Hilburn. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Hilburn typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Hilburn may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Hilburn's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hilburn accept my insurance?
Dr. Hilburn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-3839 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hilburn accept in Burlington, MA?
Dr. Hilburn in Burlington, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Hilburn's office located?
What is Dr. Hilburn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hilburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396772679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hilburn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hilburn
What is Dr. Susan Hilburn's specialty?
Dr. Hilburn is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Burlington, MA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Susan Hilburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hilburn is affiliated with Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Emerson Health 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 Susan Hilburn accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?
Yes, Dr. Susan Hilburn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Hilburn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hilburn's office at (781) 744-3839 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Hilburn?
Please contact Dr. Hilburn's office at (781) 744-3839 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Hilburn have?
Dr. Susan Hilburn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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