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Dr. David Fessler, MD

Boston, MA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Fessler, Internist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. David Fessler, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fessler graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center. Dr. Fessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fessler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fessler’s office at (202) 745-7000.

    Where did Dr. Fessler go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Center

    • Medical School: Washington Center / School of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Fessler board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. David Fessler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fessler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fessler treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Fessler 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. Fessler. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • PrEP for HIV
    • HIV Prevention Medication
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • HIV
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Antibody Response Test
    • Immune Response Test
    • Antibody Level Check
    • Immunity Assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0184: Encounter for antibody response examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine Disorder
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Hormone disorder
    • Gland problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Fessler perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. David Fessler may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fessler's office.

    Does Dr. Fessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 745-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • ConnectiveRx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fessler's office located?

    Dr. David Fessler's Primary Practice

    330 Brookline Ave Fl 6

    Boston, MA 02215

    (202) 745-7000

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    Dr. David Fessler's Practice 2

    1525 14th St NW

    Washington, DC 20005

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

    Dr. Fessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457472607.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fessler?

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

    What is Dr. David Fessler's specialty?

    Dr. Fessler is a Internist near Boston, MA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Fessler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Fessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Fessler is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 David Fessler accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Fessler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Fessler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fessler's office at (202) 745-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Fessler?

    Please contact Dr. Fessler's office at (202) 745-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Fessler have?

    Dr. David Fessler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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