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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obando, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Aura Obando, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Obando is fluent in English, Guarani, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obando’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obando’s office at (857) 654-1000.
Where did Dr. Obando go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Obando speak?
Dr. Obando and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Guarani
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Obando typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Obando 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. Obando. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Depression
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Obando typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aura Obando 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. Obando's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Obando accept my insurance?
Dr. Obando accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (857) 654-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obando accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Obando 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
Healthfirst New York
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Obando's office located?
What is Dr. Obando's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obando's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316268691.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obando?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obando
What is Dr. Aura Obando's specialty?
Dr. Obando 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. Aura Obando affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obando is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aura Obando accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Aura Obando is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aura Obando offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obando's office at (857) 654-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aura Obando?
Please contact Dr. Obando's office at (857) 654-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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