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Dr. Shira Brown, MD

Chestnut Hill, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Pediatrician in Chestnut Hill, MA?

    Dr. Shira Brown, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chestnut Hill, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Brown graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (617) 541-6400.

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

    • Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Brown perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Shira Brown may include:

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

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 541-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Chestnut Hill, MA?

    Dr. Brown in Chestnut Hill, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Shira Brown's Primary Practice

    291 Independence Dr

    Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

    (617) 541-6400

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

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578699245.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

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

    What is Dr. Shira Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is a Pediatrician near Chestnut Hill, 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. Brown to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shira Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown 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 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 Shira Brown accepting new patients in Chestnut Hill, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Shira Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shira Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (617) 541-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shira Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (617) 541-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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