Dr. Howard Kesselman, MD
Brockton, MA
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kesselman, Critical Care Internist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Howard Kesselman, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Kesselman graduated from Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Kesselman is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kesselman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kesselman’s office at (508) 427-3668.
Where did Dr. Kesselman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kesselman speak?
Dr. Kesselman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kesselman typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kesselman 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. Kesselman. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kesselman typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Kesselman may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kesselman's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kesselman accept my insurance?
Dr. Kesselman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 427-3668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kesselman accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Kesselman in Brockton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Fallon Health
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kesselman's office located?
What is Dr. Kesselman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kesselman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568490258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kesselman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kesselman
What is Dr. Howard Kesselman's specialty?
Dr. Kesselman is a Critical Care Internist near Brockton, MA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Howard Kesselman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kesselman is affiliated with Boston Medical Center - South 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
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Is Howard Kesselman accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Kesselman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Kesselman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kesselman's office at (508) 427-3668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Kesselman?
Please contact Dr. Kesselman's office at (508) 427-3668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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