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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Himmelstein, Infectious Disease Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Himmelstein is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Himmelstein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Himmelstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Himmelstein’s office at (617) 724-9248.
What languages does Dr. Himmelstein speak?
Dr. Himmelstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Himmelstein typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Himmelstein 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. Himmelstein. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Himmelstein typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Himmelstein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Himmelstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Himmelstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-9248 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Himmelstein accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Himmelstein 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 Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Himmelstein's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Himmelstein affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Himmelstein has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Himmelstein's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Himmelstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548752140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Himmelstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Himmelstein
What is Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein's specialty?
Dr. Himmelstein is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Himmelstein 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Himmelstein's office at (617) 724-9248 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Himmelstein?
Please contact Dr. Himmelstein's office at (617) 724-9248 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Himmelstein's office located?
Dr. Himmelstein's office is located in Boston, MA.
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