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Dr. Gabriel Chain, MD

Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chain, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Gabriel Chain, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chain’s office at (609) 853-7000.

    What languages does Dr. Chain speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chain typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chain 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. Chain. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    What procedures does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chain typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gabriel Chain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 853-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Chain in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Chain's office located?

    Dr. Gabriel Chain's Primary Practice

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

    (609) 853-7000

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    Dr. Gabriel Chain's Practice 2

    62 13th St

    Charlestown, MA 02129

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

    Dr. Chain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659831139.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chain?

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

    What is Dr. Gabriel Chain's specialty?

    Dr. Chain is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Gabriel Chain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chain is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton 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 a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Gabriel Chain accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Gabriel Chain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gabriel Chain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chain's office at (609) 853-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gabriel Chain?

    Please contact Dr. Chain's office at (609) 853-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chain's office located?

    Dr. Chain's offices are located in Boston, MA and Charlestown, MA.