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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. D'couto, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Helen D'couto, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. D'couto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. D'couto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. D'couto’s office at (617) 726-2000.
What languages does Dr. D'couto speak?
Dr. D'couto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. D'couto typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. D'couto 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. D'couto. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. D'couto typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. D'couto 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. D'couto. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. D'couto accept my insurance?
Dr. D'couto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. D'couto accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. D'couto 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
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. D'couto's office located?
What is Dr. D'couto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. D'couto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497275028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. D'couto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. D'couto
What is Dr. Helen D'couto's specialty?
Dr. D'couto is a Internist near Boston, 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. Helen D'couto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. D'couto is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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 Helen D'couto accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Helen D'couto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen D'couto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. D'couto's office at (617) 726-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen D'couto?
Please contact Dr. D'couto's office at (617) 726-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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