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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perras, Pediatrician in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kristen Perras, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Perras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perras’s office.
Where did Dr. Perras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus
Is Dr. Perras board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Perras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Perras speak?
Dr. Perras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Perras typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Perras 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. Perras. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Phonological Disorder
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Speech Sound Disorder
- Articulation Disorder
- Sound Production Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F800: Phonological disorder
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Perras typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Perras 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. Perras. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Perras accept my insurance?
Dr. Perras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perras accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Perras in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perras' office located?
What is Dr. Perras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790807865.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perras
What is Dr. Kristen Perras's specialty?
Dr. Perras is a Pediatrician near Boston, 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 this Dr. Kristen Perras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perras is affiliated with Rhode Island 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 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 Kristen Perras accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kristen Perras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristen Perras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perras's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristen Perras?
Please contact Dr. Perras's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristen Perras have?
Dr. Kristen Perras is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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