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Dr. Numa Perez, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perez, Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Numa Perez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Perez is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Perez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez’s office at (617) 726-2800.

    What languages does Dr. Perez speak?

    Dr. Perez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Perez typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Infected Tailbone Cyst
    • Sacrococcygeal Abscess
    • Tailbone Abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Perez typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Does Dr. Perez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perez accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Perez in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Perez's office located?

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

    (617) 726-2800

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    What is Dr. Perez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891176301.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez

    What is Dr. Numa Perez's specialty?

    Dr. Perez is a Surgeon near Boston, MA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is this Dr. Numa Perez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perez is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center 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 Numa Perez accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Numa Perez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Numa Perez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (617) 726-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Numa Perez?

    Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (617) 726-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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