Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tsukada, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hisashi Tsukada, MD, PHD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tsukada is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tsukada’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tsukada’s office at (617) 632-5301.
What languages does Dr. Tsukada speak?
Dr. Tsukada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Tsukada treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Tsukada 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. Tsukada. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
Also known as:
- Malignant Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Cardiopulmonary Syndromes (PDQ®)
- Cancer-related fluid in lungs
- Cancerous pleural fluid
- Pleural fluid from cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- J910: Malignant pleural effusion
Which procedures does Dr. Tsukada perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hisashi Tsukada 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. Tsukada's office.
Does Dr. Tsukada accept my insurance?
Dr. Tsukada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-5301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tsukada accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tsukada 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
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Tsukada's office located?
What is Dr. Tsukada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tsukada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114202884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tsukada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tsukada
What is Dr. Hisashi Tsukada's specialty?
Dr. Tsukada 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. Tsukada to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hisashi Tsukada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tsukada is affiliated with Brigham And Women's 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 Hisashi Tsukada accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Hisashi Tsukada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hisashi Tsukada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tsukada's office at (617) 632-5301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hisashi Tsukada?
Please contact Dr. Tsukada's office at (617) 632-5301 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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