19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Askari, Trauma Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Reza Askari, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Askari graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, General Surgery. Dr. Askari is fluent in English, Faroese, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Askari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Askari’s office at (617) 732-7736.
Where did Dr. Askari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, General Surgery | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Askari board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Reza Askari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Askari speak?
Dr. Askari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Faroese
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Askari typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Askari 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. Askari. 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:
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Askari typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Reza Askari may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Askari's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Askari accept my insurance?
Dr. Askari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-7736 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Askari accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Askari 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Askari's office located?
What is Dr. Askari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Askari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063536944.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Askari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Askari
What is Dr. Reza Askari's specialty?
Dr. Askari is a Trauma Surgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Reza Askari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Askari is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital 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 Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Reza Askari accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Reza Askari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Reza Askari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Askari's office at (617) 732-7736 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Reza Askari?
Please contact Dr. Askari's office at (617) 732-7736 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Reza Askari have?
Dr. Reza Askari is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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