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Dr. Douglas Atkinson, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Atkinson, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Douglas Atkinson, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Atkinson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkinson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkinson’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Is Dr. Atkinson board certified in Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Atkinson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Atkinson speak?
Dr. Atkinson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Atkinson treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Great Vein Malformation
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Congenital Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Secundum Atrial Septal Defect
- Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
- Congenital Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Double Inlet Heart Chamber
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Major Vein Defect
- Abnormal Great Veins
- Large Vein Birth Defect
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- Narrowed Pulmonary Valve at Birth
- Pulmonary Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
- DORV
- ASD Secundum Type
- Hole in Upper Heart Chamber (Secundum)
- Most Common ASD
- Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Aortic Valve at Birth
- Aortic Valve Narrowing
- Double Inlet Left Ventricle
- Double Inlet Right Ventricle
- Single Ventricle Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q268: Other congenital malformations of great veins
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q221: Congenital pulmonary valve stenosis
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2111: Secundum atrial septal defect
- Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
- Q230: Congenital stenosis of aortic valve
- Q204: Double inlet ventricle
Also known as:
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Fast Heartbeat
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
- SVT
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
ICD-10 Codes:
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Which procedures does Dr. Atkinson perform as a Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Douglas Atkinson may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atkinson's office.
Does Dr. Atkinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Atkinson 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. Atkinson accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Atkinson 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
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Network Health
OptumRx
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atkinson's office located?
What is Dr. Atkinson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atkinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821145772.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkinson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atkinson
What is Dr. Douglas Atkinson's specialty?
Dr. Atkinson is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Atkinson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Douglas Atkinson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Atkinson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
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Is Douglas Atkinson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Atkinson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Atkinson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Atkinson?
Please contact Dr. Atkinson's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Atkinson have?
Dr. Douglas Atkinson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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