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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Witkin, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alison Witkin, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Witkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Witkin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Witkin’s office.
What languages does Dr. Witkin speak?
Dr. Witkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Witkin treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Witkin 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. Witkin. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Witkin perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Witkin may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Witkin's office.
Does Dr. Witkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Witkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Witkin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Witkin 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
CDPHP
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Witkin's office located?
What is Dr. Witkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Witkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508185109.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Witkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Witkin
What is Dr. Alison Witkin's specialty?
Dr. Witkin is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Witkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alison Witkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Witkin is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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 Alison Witkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Witkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Witkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Witkin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Witkin?
Please contact Dr. Witkin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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