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Who is Dr. Cifra, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christina Luz Cifra, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Cifra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cifra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cifra’s office at (319) 356-1616.
What languages does Dr. Cifra speak?
Dr. Cifra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cifra treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cifra 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. Cifra. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Cifra perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christina Luz Cifra may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cifra's office.
Does Dr. Cifra accept my insurance?
Dr. Cifra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cifra accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cifra 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health New England
Independence Blue Cross
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cifra's office located?
Dr. Christina Luz Cifra's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(319) 356-1616
What is Dr. Cifra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cifra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134376809.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cifra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cifra
What is Dr. Christina Luz Cifra's specialty?
Dr. Cifra is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Cifra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Luz Cifra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cifra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Christina Luz Cifra accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Luz Cifra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Luz Cifra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cifra's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Luz Cifra?
Please contact Dr. Cifra's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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