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Dr. John Hackett, MD

Waltham, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hackett, Family Medicine Specialist in Waltham, MA?

    Dr. John Hackett, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waltham, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Hackett completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Family Medicine. Dr. Hackett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hackett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hackett’s office at (781) 290-0100.

    Where did Dr. Hackett go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Family Medicine | Umass Med Center

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Hackett board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Hackett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hackett speak?

    Dr. Hackett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hackett treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hackett 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. Hackett. 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.

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Pain
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Pain when peeing
    • Burning urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R309: Painful micturition, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Lipid Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Cholesterol Screening
    • Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
    • Lipid Panel Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Hackett perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Hackett may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hackett's office.

    Does Dr. Hackett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hackett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 290-0100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hackett accept in Waltham, MA?

    Dr. Hackett in Waltham, 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

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hackett's office located?

    Dr. John Hackett's Primary Practice

    75 3rd Ave

    Waltham, MA 02451

    (781) 290-0100

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    Dr. John Hackett's Practice 2

    9 Hope Ave # 153

    Waltham, MA 02453

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    Dr. John Hackett's Practice 3

    125 Oakland St

    Wellesley, MA 02481

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    What is Dr. Hackett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hackett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518059401.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hackett?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hackett

    What is Dr. John Hackett's specialty?

    Dr. Hackett is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waltham, MA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Hackett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Hackett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hackett is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 John Hackett accepting new patients in Waltham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. John Hackett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Hackett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hackett's office at (781) 290-0100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Hackett?

    Please contact Dr. Hackett's office at (781) 290-0100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Hackett have?

    Dr. John Hackett is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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