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Who is Dr. Ferreira, Internist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Doralice Ferreira, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Ferreira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ferreira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ferreira’s office at (508) 334-1000.
What languages does Dr. Ferreira speak?
Dr. Ferreira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ferreira typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ferreira 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. Ferreira. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ferreira typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Doralice Ferreira may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ferreira accept my insurance?
Dr. Ferreira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ferreira accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Ferreira in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ferreira's office located?
Dr. Doralice Ferreira's Primary Practice
55 Lake Ave N
Worcester, MA 01655
(508) 334-1000
What is Dr. Ferreira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ferreira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578068516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ferreira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ferreira
What is Dr. Doralice Ferreira's specialty?
Dr. Ferreira is a Internist near Worcester, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Doralice Ferreira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ferreira is affiliated with Uci 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Doralice Ferreira accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Doralice Ferreira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doralice Ferreira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office at (508) 334-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Doralice Ferreira?
Please contact Dr. Ferreira's office at (508) 334-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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