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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bouton, Infectious Disease Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tara Bouton, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bouton is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bouton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bouton’s office.
What languages does Dr. Bouton speak?
Dr. Bouton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Bouton typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bouton 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. Bouton. 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:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Skin Test Result
- Tuberculosis Screening
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
- Positive TB Skin Test
- Tuberculin Reaction
- TB Test Induration
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
- R7611: Nonspecific reaction to tuberculin skin test without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Lung Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- TB of the Lungs
- Consumption
ICD-10 Codes:
- A150: Tuberculosis of lung
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Exposure
- Tuberculosis
- TB Exposure
- Suspected TB contact
- Tuberculosis contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z201: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Bouton typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Bouton may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Bouton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bouton accept my insurance?
Dr. Bouton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bouton accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Bouton 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bouton's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bouton affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bouton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bouton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bouton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760743686.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bouton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bouton
What is Dr. Tara Bouton's specialty?
Dr. Bouton is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is Dr. Tara Bouton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bouton 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Tara Bouton accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Bouton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Bouton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bouton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Bouton?
Please contact Dr. Bouton's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bouton's office located?
Dr. Bouton's office is located in Boston, MA.
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