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Who is Dr. Hucker, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. William Hucker, MD, PHD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hucker is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Hucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hucker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hucker’s office at (617) 726-2862.
Is Dr. Hucker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. William Hucker, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hucker speak?
Dr. Hucker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hucker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hucker 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. Hucker. 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:
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hucker typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. William Hucker 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. Hucker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hucker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hucker accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hucker 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hucker's office located?
What is Dr. Hucker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316174808.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hucker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hucker
What is Dr. William Hucker's specialty?
Dr. Hucker is a Internist near Boston, 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. William Hucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hucker is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, Emerson Health, Elliot Hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 William Hucker accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. William Hucker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Hucker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hucker's office at (617) 726-2862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Hucker?
Please contact Dr. Hucker's office at (617) 726-2862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Hucker have?
Dr. William Hucker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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