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Dr. James Mcalvin, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcalvin, Pediatrician in Boston, MA?

    Dr. James Mcalvin, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Mcalvin graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at EMORY HEALTHCARE. Dr. Mcalvin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcalvin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcalvin’s office at (617) 355-6000.

    Where did Dr. Mcalvin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Mcalvin board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. James Mcalvin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mcalvin speak?

    Dr. Mcalvin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcalvin treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mcalvin 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. Mcalvin. 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:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Crisis
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Tracheitis
    • Tracheal Disorder
    • Windpipe Inflammation
    • Tracheal Infection
    • Bronchial Tube Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0410: Acute tracheitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Which procedures does Dr. Mcalvin perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. James Mcalvin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mcalvin's office.

    Does Dr. Mcalvin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcalvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcalvin accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Mcalvin 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health New England

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mcalvin's office located?

    Dr. James Mcalvin's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 355-6000

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    What is Dr. Mcalvin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mcalvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770628083.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcalvin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcalvin

    What is Dr. James Mcalvin's specialty?

    Dr. Mcalvin is a Pediatrician near Boston, MA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Mcalvin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Mcalvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcalvin is affiliated with Albany 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Mcalvin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. James Mcalvin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Mcalvin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcalvin's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Mcalvin?

    Please contact Dr. Mcalvin's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Mcalvin have?

    Dr. James Mcalvin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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