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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rome, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rachel Rome, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rome graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. Rome is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rome’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rome’s office at (617) 414-4676.
Where did Dr. Rome go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
What languages does Dr. Rome speak?
Dr. Rome and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Rome typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Rome 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. Rome. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Constipation
- Constipation
- Drug Reactions
- Medication-Caused Constipation
- Opioid-Induced Constipation
- Constipation from Drugs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5903: Drug induced constipation
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Rome typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Rome may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Rome's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rome accept my insurance?
Dr. Rome accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4676 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rome accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rome 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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rome's office located?
Dr. Rachel Rome's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-4676
What is Dr. Rome's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rome's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326426735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rome?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rome
What is Dr. Rachel Rome's specialty?
Dr. Rome is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Rachel Rome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rome 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Rome accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Rome is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Rome offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rome's office at (617) 414-4676 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Rome?
Please contact Dr. Rome's office at (617) 414-4676 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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