Who is Dr. Flight, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kristen Flight, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location.
Dr. Flight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flight’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flight’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Flight speak?
Dr. Flight and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Flight typically treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Flight 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. Flight. 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:
Colon Cancer Screening
Health Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Colonoscopy Screening
Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
Acute pain after medical procedure
Pain
Acute post-operative pain
Pain after surgery
Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist like Dr. Flight typically perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Flight performs a variety of medical procedures.
This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights
the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Flight. 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:
Femoral Nerve Block Injection
Femoral nerve injection
Thigh nerve block
Pain relief injection for thigh
Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Flight accept my insurance?
Dr. Flight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flight accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Flight in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Flight's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497073837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flight?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flight
What is Dr. Kristen Flight's specialty?
Dr. Flight is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Anesthesiologist do?
A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy.
Is this Dr. Kristen Flight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flight is affiliated with Massachusetts General 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 Kristen Flight accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Flight is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Flight offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flight's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Flight?
Please contact Dr. Flight's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.