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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mintzer, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Ira Mintzer is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mintzer graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at Boston University Medical Center Program. Dr. Mintzer is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Haitian, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mintzer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mintzer’s office at (617) 665-1068.
Where did Dr. Mintzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Mintzer board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ira Mintzer is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mintzer speak?
Dr. Mintzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Haitian
Haitian Creole
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mintzer treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Mintzer 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. Mintzer. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Kidney Issues
- Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Depression
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Mintzer perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ira Mintzer 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mintzer's office.
Does Dr. Mintzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Mintzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 665-1068 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mintzer accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Mintzer in Cambridge, 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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Mintzer's office located?
What is Dr. Mintzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mintzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942349014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mintzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mintzer
What is Dr. Ira Mintzer's specialty?
Dr. Mintzer is a Internist near Cambridge, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Mintzer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ira Mintzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mintzer is affiliated with Cha Cambridge 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ira Mintzer accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Ira Mintzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ira Mintzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mintzer's office at (617) 665-1068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ira Mintzer?
Please contact Dr. Mintzer's office at (617) 665-1068 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ira Mintzer have?
Dr. Ira Mintzer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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