19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burns, Medical Toxicologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Michael Burns, MD is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Burns completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Burns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burns’s office at (617) 754-2323.
Where did Dr. Burns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma
Is Dr. Burns board certified as a Medical Toxicologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Burns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burns speak?
Dr. Burns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Burns typically treat?
As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Burns 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. Burns. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Burns typically perform?
As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Burns may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Burns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Burns accept my insurance?
Dr. Burns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 754-2323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burns accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Burns 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 Association
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burns' office located?
What is Dr. Burns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801960158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burns
What is Dr. Michael Burns's specialty?
Dr. Burns is a Medical Toxicologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Medical Toxicologist do?
Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.
Is this Dr. Michael Burns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burns is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 a Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Michael Burns accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Burns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Burns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (617) 754-2323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Burns?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (617) 754-2323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Burns have?
Dr. Michael Burns is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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