AP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Peterkin, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alyssa Peterkin, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Peterkin is fluent in English, Haitian, and Haitian Creole, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Peterkin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Peterkin’s office at (617) 414-7399.
What languages does Dr. Peterkin speak?
Dr. Peterkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Haitian
Haitian Creole
What conditions does Dr. Peterkin treat?
As a Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Peterkin 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. Peterkin. 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:
- Opioid Use
- Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
- Opioid Withdrawal
- Opioid Use in Remission
- Pain Relievers
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
- Opioid Detoxification
- Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome
- Quitting Opioids Symptoms
- Opioid Addiction Withdrawal
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
- Opioid Addiction in Recovery
- Past Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse in Remission
- Opioid detox
- Opioid withdrawal syndrome
- Coming off opioids
- Recovered from opioid use
- Opioid addiction recovery
- Opioid-free
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
- F1193: Opioid use, unspecified with withdrawal
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
- F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
- F1191: Opioid use, unspecified, in remission
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use
- Alcohol
- Drinking alcohol
- Alcohol consumption
- Alcohol intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1090: Alcohol use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol
- Alcohol dependence
- Alcoholism
- Problem drinking
- AUD
- Alcohol Detoxification
- Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
- Alcoholism Withdrawal
- Quitting Alcohol Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1020: Alcohol dependence, uncomplicated
- F10930: Alcohol use, unspecified with withdrawal, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cocaine Use Disorder
- Cocaine
- Cocaine Abuse
- Cocaine Dependence
- Problematic Cocaine Use
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1490: Cocaine use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal 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:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Cocaine Abuse
- Cocaine
- Cocaine Misuse
- Cocaine Problem
- Cocaine Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1410: Cocaine abuse, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Peterkin perform as a Addiction Medicine Specialist?
As a Addiction Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alyssa Peterkin may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Peterkin's office.
Does Dr. Peterkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Peterkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-7399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Peterkin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Peterkin 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Peterkin's office located?
Dr. Alyssa Peterkin's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-7399
Dr. Alyssa Peterkin's Practice 2
801 Massachusetts Ave # 2
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-7399
What is Dr. Peterkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Peterkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225488133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Peterkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Peterkin
What is Dr. Alyssa Peterkin's specialty?
Dr. Peterkin is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions. Contact Dr. Peterkin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alyssa Peterkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Peterkin 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
Where can I learn more about Addiction Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alyssa Peterkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alyssa Peterkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alyssa Peterkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Peterkin's office at (617) 414-7399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alyssa Peterkin?
Please contact Dr. Peterkin's office at (617) 414-7399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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