Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Somers, Pulmonologist in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Aba Somers, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Norwood, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Somers graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia. Dr. Somers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somers’s office at (781) 762-1186.
Where did Dr. Somers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston University Medical Center, Pulmonary and Critical Care, Boston, Massachusetts | Boston Medical Center, Fellow:Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia | Albert Einstein College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Somers board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Aba Somers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Somers speak?
Dr. Somers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Somers typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Somers 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. Somers. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Somers typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Somers 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. Somers. 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:
- 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. Somers accept my insurance?
Dr. Somers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 762-1186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somers accept in Norwood, MA?
Dr. Somers in Norwood, 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
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Somers' office located?
Dr. Aba Somers' Primary Practice
825 Washington St Ste 105
Norwood, MA 02062
(781) 762-1186
What is Dr. Somers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245352319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somers
What is Dr. Aba Somers's specialty?
Dr. Somers is a Pulmonologist near Norwood, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Aba Somers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somers is affiliated with Metrowest Medical Center - Framingham Union Hospital, Tufts Medical Center, Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma, Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Aba Somers accepting new patients in Norwood, MA?
Yes, Dr. Aba Somers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aba Somers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somers's office at (781) 762-1186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aba Somers?
Please contact Dr. Somers's office at (781) 762-1186 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aba Somers have?
Dr. Aba Somers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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