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Dr. Paula Hercule, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hercule, Family Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Paula Hercule, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hercule is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Haitian; Haitian Creole, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hercule’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hercule’s office at (617) 628-2160.

    What languages does Dr. Hercule speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins
    • English
    • Haitian; Haitian Creole
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hercule typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hercule 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. Hercule. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hercule typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hercule performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hercule. 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:

    • Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
    • Foley catheter insertion
    • Indwelling bladder catheter placement
    • Urinary catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)

    Does Dr. Hercule accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hercule accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 628-2160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Hercule 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

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hercule's office located?

    Dr. Paula Hercule's Primary Practice

    780 Albany St

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 628-2160

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    Dr. Paula Hercule's Practice 2

    1785 Columbus Ave Ste 200

    Roxbury, MA 02119

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    Dr. Paula Hercule's Practice 3

    1020 Broadway

    Somerville, MA 02144

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

    Dr. Hercule's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770964587.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hercule?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Hercule's specialty?

    Dr. Hercule is a Family Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Paula Hercule affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hercule is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Paula Hercule accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Hercule is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Hercule offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hercule's office at (617) 628-2160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Hercule?

    Please contact Dr. Hercule's office at (617) 628-2160 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hercule's office located?

    Dr. Hercule's offices are located in Boston, MA, Roxbury, MA, and Somerville, MA.