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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rishikof, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. David Rishikof, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rishikof graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Rishikof is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rishikof’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rishikof’s office.
Where did Dr. Rishikof go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rishikof speak?
Dr. Rishikof and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Rishikof typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Rishikof 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. Rishikof. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Rishikof typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Rishikof may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Rishikof's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rishikof accept my insurance?
Dr. Rishikof accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rishikof accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rishikof in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rishikof's office located?
What is Dr. Rishikof's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rishikof's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750360657.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rishikof?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rishikof
What is Dr. David Rishikof's specialty?
Dr. Rishikof is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. David Rishikof affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rishikof is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Rishikof accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Rishikof is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Rishikof offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rishikof's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Rishikof?
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