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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Allfather, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Peter Allfather is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Allfather is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allfather’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allfather’s office at (617) 732-5500.
What languages does Dr. Allfather speak?
Dr. Allfather and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allfather typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Allfather 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. Allfather. 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:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Allfather typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Allfather may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Allfather's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Allfather accept my insurance?
Dr. Allfather accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Allfather accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Allfather in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Allfather's office located?
What is Dr. Allfather's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Allfather's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780078956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allfather?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Allfather
What is Dr. Peter Allfather's specialty?
Dr. Allfather is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Peter Allfather affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Allfather is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Allfather accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Allfather is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Allfather offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Allfather's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Allfather?
Please contact Dr. Allfather's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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