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Dr. Lauren Worgaftik, MD

Pediatrician

Dedham, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Worgaftik, Pediatrician in Dedham, MA?

    Dr. Lauren Worgaftik, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dedham, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Worgaftik is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Worgaftik’s office at (508) 584-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Worgaftik speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Worgaftik 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. Worgaftik. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Worgaftik may include:

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

    Does Dr. Worgaftik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Worgaftik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 584-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Worgaftik accept in Dedham, MA?

    Dr. Worgaftik in Dedham, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Worgaftik's office located?

    Pm Pediatrics

    719 Providence Hwy

    Dedham, MA 02026

    (508) 584-1234

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    Dr. Lauren Worgaftik's Practice 2

    370 Oak St Ste A

    Brockton, MA 02301

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    What hospitals are Dr. Worgaftik affiliated with?

    Dr. Worgaftik has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Boston Medical Center - South Corporation,Brockton, MA
    Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA

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

    Dr. Worgaftik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184154320.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Worgaftik?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Worgaftik's specialty?

    Dr. Worgaftik is a Pediatrician near Dedham, 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. Lauren Worgaftik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Worgaftik is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Medical Center - South Corporation, Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Lauren Worgaftik accepting new patients in Dedham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Worgaftik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Worgaftik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Worgaftik's office at (508) 584-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Worgaftik?

    Please contact Dr. Worgaftik's office at (508) 584-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Worgaftik's office located?

    Dr. Worgaftik's offices are located in Dedham, MA and Brockton, MA.