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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Govender, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Praveen Govender, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Govender graduated from Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain. Dr. Govender is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Govender’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Govender’s office.
Where did Dr. Govender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland - Medical University of Bahrain
What languages does Dr. Govender speak?
Dr. Govender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Govender typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Govender 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. Govender. 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:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis Affecting Other Body Parts
- Lung Sarcoidosis
- Pulmonary Sarcoidosis
- Boeck's Sarcoid
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
- Lung and Lymph Node Sarcoidosis
- Lymphadenopathy Sarcoidosis
- Extrapulmonary Sarcoidosis
- Systemic Sarcoidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
- D862: Sarcoidosis of lung with sarcoidosis of lymph nodes
- D8689: Sarcoidosis of other sites
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Allergic Pink Eye
- Atopic Conjunctivitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- H1013: Acute atopic conjunctivitis, bilateral
Also known as:
- Chronic Hives
- Hives
- Hives of unknown cause
- Spontaneous urticaria
- Persistent welts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L501: Idiopathic urticaria
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Govender typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Praveen Govender may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Govender's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Govender accept my insurance?
Dr. Govender 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. Govender accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Govender in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Govender's office located?
What is Dr. Govender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Govender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588811335.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Govender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Govender
What is Dr. Praveen Govender's specialty?
Dr. Govender is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Praveen Govender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Govender 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Praveen Govender accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Praveen Govender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Praveen Govender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Govender's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Praveen Govender?
Please contact Dr. Govender's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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