GC
36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Coste, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Gerard Coste, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Coste graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cambridge Hosp. Dr. Coste is fluent in English, French, Haitian; Haitian Creole, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coste’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coste’s office at (617) 665-3600.
Where did Dr. Coste go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cambridge Hosp | Cambridge Health Alliance Program
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Coste board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Coste, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Coste speak?
Dr. Coste and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Coste typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Coste 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. Coste. 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:
- 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Coste typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerard Coste 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. Coste's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Coste accept my insurance?
Dr. Coste accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 665-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Coste accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Coste in Cambridge, 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
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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What is Dr. Coste's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Coste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598830499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coste?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Coste
What is Dr. Gerard Coste's specialty?
Dr. Coste is a Internist near Cambridge, 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. Gerard Coste affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Coste is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Boston 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 Gerard Coste accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Coste is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Coste offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Coste's office at (617) 665-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Coste?
Please contact Dr. Coste's office at (617) 665-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Coste have?
Dr. Gerard Coste is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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