46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tifft, Internist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Charles Tifft, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Tifft completed his residency at Boston Medical Center. Dr. Tifft is fluent in English, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tifft’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tifft’s office at (617) 414-9600.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tifft?
Dr. Charles Tifft, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tifft empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Hypertension, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brockton, MA community, Dr. Tifft is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tifft go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Nephrology/Hypertension, and Atherosclerosis, Boston Medical Center, Boston MA | Boston University Hospital, Resident/Fellow:Nephrology | Boston University Hospital, Fellow:Hypertension
Residency: Boston Medical Center | Boston Medical Center
Is Dr. Tifft board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Tifft, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tifft speak?
Dr. Tifft and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tifft typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tifft 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. Tifft. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tifft typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Tifft may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tifft's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tifft accept my insurance?
Dr. Tifft accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tifft accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Tifft 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
BMC Health System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tifft's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Boston Super Doctors
Castle Connolly/US News Top Doctors
What is Dr. Tifft's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tifft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740233063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tifft?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tifft
What is Dr. Charles Tifft's specialty?
Dr. Tifft is a Internist near Brockton, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Charles Tifft affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tifft 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Tifft accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Charles Tifft is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Tifft offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tifft's office at (617) 414-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Tifft?
Please contact Dr. Tifft's office at (617) 414-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Tifft have?
Dr. Charles Tifft is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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