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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cohen, Nephrologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Herbert Cohen, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cohen completed his residency at Rush Presby St Lukes. Dr. Cohen is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cohen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cohen’s office at (617) 414-8601.
Where did Dr. Cohen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush Presby St Lukes
Is Dr. Cohen board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Cohen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?
Dr. Cohen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cohen typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cohen 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. Cohen. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
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 Nephrologist like Dr. Cohen typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Herbert Cohen may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Cohen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cohen accept my insurance?
Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-8601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cohen 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
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?
Dr. Herbert Cohen's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-8601
What is Dr. Cohen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417933565.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cohen
What is Dr. Herbert Cohen's specialty?
Dr. Cohen is a Nephrologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Herbert Cohen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cohen 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 a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Herbert Cohen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Herbert Cohen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Herbert Cohen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (617) 414-8601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Herbert Cohen?
Please contact Dr. Cohen's office at (617) 414-8601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Herbert Cohen have?
Dr. Herbert Cohen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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