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Dr. Emily Cross, MD

Pediatrician, Pediatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Primary Care Sports Medicine Specialist

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Emily Cross, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cross is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cross’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cross’s office at (617) 355-8241.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cross?

    Dr. Emily Cross, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Cross empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Injury Prevention, Newborn Care, Pediatric & Adolescent Sports Medicine, Primary Care Pediatrics, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Cross is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Cross speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cross typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cross 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. Cross. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Cross typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Cross 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. Cross. 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:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Cross accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cross accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-8241 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cross' office located?

    Hunnewell Bldg Pavilion 129 Housestaff Lounge

    801 Massachusetts Ave Fl 7

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 355-8241

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    Dr. Emily Cross' Practice 2

    541 High St Ste 6

    Westwood, MA 02090

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

    Dr. Cross's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447612288.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cross?

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

    What is Dr. Emily Cross's specialty?

    Dr. Cross is a Pediatrician near Boston, MA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Emily Cross affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cross 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Emily Cross accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Emily Cross is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Emily Cross offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cross' office at (617) 355-8241 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Emily Cross?

    Please contact Dr. Cross' office at (617) 355-8241 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cross' office located?

    Dr. Cross' offices are located in Boston, MA and Westwood, MA.