HP
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Padua, Pediatric Radiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Horacio Padua, MD is a Pediatric Radiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Padua graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Radiology; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Diagnostic Radiology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Padua is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Padua’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Padua’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Padua go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Radiology; Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Diagnostic Radiology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Fletcher Allen Health Care | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Padua board certified as a Pediatric Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Horacio Padua, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Padua speak?
Dr. Padua and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Padua typically treat?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Padua 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. Padua. 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:
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defect
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
- Congenital Anomaly
- Congenital Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
- Q899: Congenital malformation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Radiologist like Dr. Padua typically perform?
As a Pediatric Radiologist, Dr. Padua 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. Padua. 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:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Long Gastrointestinal Tube Insertion
- Miller-Abbott Tube Placement
- GI Tube Insertion
- Intestinal Tube Placement
CPT Codes:
- 44500: Introduction of long gastrointestinal tube (eg, Miller-Abbott) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Superficial Bone Biopsy (e.g., Hip, Rib)
- Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Ilium Biopsy
- Rib Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20220: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; superficial (eg, ilium, sternum, spinous process, ribs)
Also known as:
- Venous Embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Also known as:
- Guided Lumbar Puncture
- Guided Spinal Tap
- Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
- CT Guided Spinal Tap
- Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture
CPT Codes:
- 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance
Does Dr. Padua accept my insurance?
Dr. Padua 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. Padua accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Padua 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
BMC Health System
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Padua's office located?
What is Dr. Padua's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Padua's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437219888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Padua?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Padua
What is Dr. Horacio Padua's specialty?
Dr. Padua is a Pediatric Radiologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Radiologist do?
A pediatric radiologist specializes in all forms of diagnostic imaging related to the treatment of diseases in newborns, infants, children, and adolescents. This specialist possesses expertise in both imaging and interventional procedures for managing pediatric diseases. They must have a high knowledge and thorough understanding of organ systems as they relate to growth and development, congenital malformations, diseases specific to children, and conditions that begin in childhood and lead to significant impairment in adulthood.
Is this Dr. Horacio Padua affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Padua is affiliated with Elliot 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 Horacio Padua accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Horacio Padua is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Horacio Padua offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Padua's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Horacio Padua?
Please contact Dr. Padua's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Horacio Padua have?
Dr. Horacio Padua is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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