Dr. Christina Vanderpluym, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanderpluym, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christina Vanderpluym, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Vanderpluym graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Vanderpluym is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderpluym’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderpluym’s office at (617) 355-4278.
Where did Dr. Vanderpluym go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric University of Alberta - Edmonton, Canada | Subspecialty Fellowship, Heart Transplant and Heart Failure - Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Cardiology
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Vanderpluym board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Vanderpluym, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vanderpluym speak?
Dr. Vanderpluym and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Vanderpluym treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Vanderpluym 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. Vanderpluym. 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:
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowed Mitral Valve at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- DORV
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Congenital Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Mitral Valve Narrowing
- Mitral Valve Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q232: Congenital mitral stenosis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Congestive heart failure
- Cardiac insufficiency
- Weak heart
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Restrictive Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Familial restrictive cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Stiff Heart Muscle
- RCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I425: Other restrictive cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Chemistry
- Blood
- Irregular blood test results
- Unusual blood work
- Abnormal blood panel
ICD-10 Codes:
- R799: Abnormal finding of blood chemistry, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Blood Clot
- Acute Venous Thrombosis
- Sudden Vein Clot
- Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8290: Acute embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Which procedures does Dr. Vanderpluym perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christina Vanderpluym may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vanderpluym's office.
Does Dr. Vanderpluym accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanderpluym accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-4278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderpluym accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Vanderpluym 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
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vanderpluym's office located?
Dr. Christina Vanderpluym's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-4278
What is Dr. Vanderpluym's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanderpluym's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366722266.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderpluym?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanderpluym
What is Dr. Christina Vanderpluym's specialty?
Dr. Vanderpluym is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Boston, MA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Vanderpluym to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Vanderpluym affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanderpluym is affiliated with Southern New Hampshire 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
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Is Christina Vanderpluym accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Vanderpluym is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Vanderpluym offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanderpluym's office at (617) 355-4278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Vanderpluym?
Please contact Dr. Vanderpluym's office at (617) 355-4278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Vanderpluym have?
Dr. Christina Vanderpluym is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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