Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pasternack, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Amy Pasternack, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA. Dr. Pasternack graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Cambridge Health Alliance Program. Dr. Pasternack is fluent in English, Albanian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pasternack’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pasternack’s office at (617) 665-3600.
Where did Dr. Pasternack go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cambridge Health Alliance Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Pasternack speak?
Dr. Pasternack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pasternack typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pasternack 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. Pasternack. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Undifferentiated Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Mixed schizophrenia
- Atypical schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with mixed features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F203: Undifferentiated schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Drug-Induced Parkinsonism
- Drug Reactions
- Parkinson's Disease
- Medication-Induced Parkinsonism
- Toxic Parkinsonism
- Drug Side Effect Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2119: Other drug induced secondary parkinsonism
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pasternack typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Pasternack may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Pasternack's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pasternack accept my insurance?
Dr. Pasternack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 665-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pasternack accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Pasternack in Cambridge, 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
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pasternack's office located?
What is Dr. Pasternack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pasternack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922369412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pasternack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pasternack
What is Dr. Amy Pasternack's specialty?
Dr. Pasternack is a Internist near Cambridge, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Amy Pasternack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pasternack 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
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Is Amy Pasternack accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Pasternack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Pasternack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pasternack's office at (617) 665-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Pasternack?
Please contact Dr. Pasternack's office at (617) 665-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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