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Who is Dr. Furfaro, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. David Furfaro, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Furfaro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furfaro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furfaro’s office at (617) 667-4849.
What languages does Dr. Furfaro speak?
Dr. Furfaro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Furfaro typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Furfaro 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. Furfaro. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension from Left Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs due to Heart Failure
- Left-Sided Heart Disease Pulmonary Hypertension
- Heart-Related Lung Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2722: Pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Furfaro typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. David Furfaro may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Furfaro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Furfaro accept my insurance?
Dr. Furfaro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-4849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Furfaro accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Furfaro in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other TPA
Point32Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Furfaro's office located?
What is Dr. Furfaro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Furfaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336568393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furfaro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Furfaro
What is Dr. David Furfaro's specialty?
Dr. Furfaro is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. David Furfaro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Furfaro is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is David Furfaro accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. David Furfaro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Furfaro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Furfaro's office at (617) 667-4849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Furfaro?
Please contact Dr. Furfaro's office at (617) 667-4849 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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