43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lillehei, Transplant Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Craig Lillehei, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Lillehei graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Lillehei is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lillehei’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lillehei’s office at (617) 355-3039.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lillehei?
Dr. Craig Lillehei, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lillehei empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Thoracic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Lillehei is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lillehei go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Mass General Hospital, Research Fellow:Surgery | Children's Hospital, Boston, Fellow:Pediatric Surgery
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Lillehei board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Craig Lillehei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lillehei speak?
Dr. Lillehei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lillehei treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Lillehei 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. Lillehei. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral 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:
- Pigeon Chest
- Other Chest Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
- Congenital Chest Wall Malformation
- Chest Birth Defect
- Baby Chest Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
- Q678: Other congenital deformities of chest
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Acute Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
- Sudden Child Feeding Problem
- Acute Infant Feeding Issue
- Short-term Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
- R6331: Pediatric feeding disorder, acute
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
Also known as:
- Abnormal Pregnancy Screening Results
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Concerning prenatal test results
- Abnormal antenatal findings
- Unexpected pregnancy test results
ICD-10 Codes:
- O284: Abnormal radiological finding on antenatal screening of mother
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Fistula
- Fistulas
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastroduodenal Fistula
- Abdominal Fistula
- Digestive Tract Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K316: Fistula of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Circulatory System Disorder
- Other Blood Vessel Problems
- Unspecified Circulatory Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I998: Other disorder of circulatory system
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cysts in Lung at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Lung Disease
- Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation
- CCAM
- Cystic Lung Disease in Newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q330: Congenital cystic lung
Which procedures does Dr. Lillehei perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Craig Lillehei may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lillehei's office.
Does Dr. Lillehei accept my insurance?
Dr. Lillehei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-3039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lillehei accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lillehei in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lillehei's office located?
Dr. Craig Lillehei's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 3
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-3039
Recognitions
Awards
**Additional Specialties:Surgical Critical Care
General Surgery**
**Additional Board Certification:General Surgery**
Robert P Masland, Jr. Faculty Award of Excellence in Medical Student
What is Dr. Lillehei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lillehei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285653766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lillehei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lillehei
What is Dr. Craig Lillehei's specialty?
Dr. Lillehei is a Transplant Surgeon near Boston, MA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Lillehei to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Lillehei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lillehei is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Craig Lillehei accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Craig Lillehei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Lillehei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lillehei's office at (617) 355-3039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Lillehei?
Please contact Dr. Lillehei's office at (617) 355-3039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Lillehei have?
Dr. Craig Lillehei is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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