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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flashner, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Bess Flashner, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Flashner graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Flashner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flashner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flashner’s office at (617) 667-7000.
Where did Dr. Flashner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Flashner speak?
Dr. Flashner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Flashner treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Flashner 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. Flashner. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45998: Other asthma
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Extrinsic Allergic Alveolitis
- Allergic Lung Inflammation
- Organic Dust Lung Disease
- HP Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J679: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dust
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Flashner perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bess Flashner may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Flashner's office.
Does Dr. Flashner accept my insurance?
Dr. Flashner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flashner accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Flashner in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Network Health
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Flashner's office located?
What is Dr. Flashner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flashner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588044382.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flashner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flashner
What is Dr. Bess Flashner's specialty?
Dr. Flashner is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Flashner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bess Flashner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flashner is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, Emerson Health which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Bess Flashner accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Bess Flashner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bess Flashner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flashner's office at (617) 667-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bess Flashner?
Please contact Dr. Flashner's office at (617) 667-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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