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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pels, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Richard Pels is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Pels graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cambridge Health Alliance Program. Dr. Pels is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pels’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pels’s office at (617) 665-1068.
Where did Dr. Pels go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cambridge Health Alliance Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Pels board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Pels is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pels speak?
Dr. Pels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pels typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pels 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. Pels. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
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:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pels typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Pels 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. Pels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pels accept my insurance?
Dr. Pels 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. Pels accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Pels in Cambridge, 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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pels' office located?
What is Dr. Pels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336288141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pels
What is Dr. Richard Pels's specialty?
Dr. Pels is a Internist near Cambridge, 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. Richard Pels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pels 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
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Is Richard Pels accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Pels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Pels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pels's office at (617) 665-1068 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Pels?
Please contact Dr. Pels's office at (617) 665-1068 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Pels have?
Dr. Richard Pels is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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