20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schumaker, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Greg Schumaker, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Schumaker completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Schumaker is fluent in English, Arabic, German, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schumaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schumaker’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Where did Dr. Schumaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine New England Med Ctr Hosps, Internal Medicine | Tufts New England Med Center
Medical School: Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa
What languages does Dr. Schumaker speak?
Dr. Schumaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
German
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Schumaker typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Schumaker 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. Schumaker. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Schumaker typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Greg Schumaker may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schumaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Schumaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schumaker accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Schumaker 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schumaker's office located?
What is Dr. Schumaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schumaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386729465.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schumaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schumaker
What is Dr. Greg Schumaker's specialty?
Dr. Schumaker 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. Greg Schumaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schumaker is affiliated with Tufts 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Greg Schumaker accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Greg Schumaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Greg Schumaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Greg Schumaker?
Please contact Dr. Schumaker's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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