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Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez, MD, PHD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez speak?
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez 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. Ruiz-Gutierrez. 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:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defect
- Birth Defects Causing Overgrowth
- Limb Birth Defects
- Other Birth Defects of Peripheral Blood Vessels
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
- Congenital Anomaly
- Congenital Disorder
- Overgrowth Syndromes
- Congenital Gigantism
- Congenital Limb Anomalies
- Limb Malformations
- Congenital Peripheral Vascular Malformations
- Abnormalities of Outer Blood Vessels at Birth
- Various Peripheral Vascular Anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
- Q899: Congenital malformation, unspecified
- Q873: Congenital malformation syndromes involving early overgrowth
- Q872: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly involving limbs
- Q278: Other specified congenital malformations of peripheral vascular system
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- AVM in Other Body Sites
- Arteriovenous Malformations
- Arteriovenous Malformation (Other Site)
- AVM in Unusual Location
- Extracranial AVM
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2739: Arteriovenous malformation, other site
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Neutropenia
- Blood Disorder
- Low neutrophil count
- Acquired neutropenia
- Specific neutropenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D708: Other neutropenia
Also known as:
- Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Diamond-Blackfan Anemia
- Anemia
- Diamond-Blackfan anemia
- DBA
- Congenital pure red cell aplasia
- Inherited red cell aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6101: Constitutional (pure) red blood cell aplasia
Also known as:
- Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia
- Bleeding Disorder
- Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia
- Osler-Weber-Rendu Disease
- HHT
- Spider Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I780: Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia
Also known as:
- PTEN Hamartoma Tumor Syndrome
- Cowden Syndrome
- Bannayan-Riley-Ruvalcaba Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8581: PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez's office.
Does Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez 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
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez's office located?
Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez?
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730321779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez
What is Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez's specialty?
Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez 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 Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez, or call (617) 355-6000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Melisa Ruiz-Gutierrez?
Please contact Dr. Ruiz-Gutierrez's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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