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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chiel, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Laura Chiel, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Chiel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chiel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chiel’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Chiel speak?
Dr. Chiel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chiel treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Chiel 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. Chiel. 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:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
- CF Lung Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does Dr. Chiel perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Chiel 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. Chiel. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Chiel accept my insurance?
Dr. Chiel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chiel accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chiel 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 Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
MedImpact
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chiel's office located?
What is Dr. Chiel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chiel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124412721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chiel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chiel
What is Dr. Laura Chiel's specialty?
Dr. Chiel is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Chiel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Chiel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chiel is affiliated with Elliot 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
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Is Laura Chiel accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Chiel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Chiel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chiel's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Chiel?
Please contact Dr. Chiel's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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