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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cai, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Xuemei Cai, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Cai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cai’s office at (617) 636-2694.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cai?
Dr. Xuemei Cai, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cai empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hospital Medicine, Neurocritical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Cai is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Cai speak?
Dr. Cai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Cai typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Cai 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. Cai. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified
- I618: Other nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage
Also known as:
- Brain Aneurysm
- Cerebral Aneurysm
- Brain Artery Bulge
- Intracranial Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Cai typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Xuemei Cai may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Cai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cai accept my insurance?
Dr. Cai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-2694 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cai accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cai in Boston, 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
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cai's office located?
What is Dr. Cai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760619209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cai
What is Dr. Xuemei Cai's specialty?
Dr. Cai is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Xuemei Cai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cai 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 Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Xuemei Cai accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Xuemei Cai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Xuemei Cai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cai's office at (617) 636-2694 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Xuemei Cai?
Please contact Dr. Cai's office at (617) 636-2694 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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