17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hazen, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Melissa Hazen, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Hazen graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Program. Dr. Hazen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hazen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hazen’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Hazen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hazen board certified in Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Hazen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Hazen speak?
Dr. Hazen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hazen treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Hazen 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. Hazen. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
- M08862: Other juvenile arthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Chronic Multifocal Bone Infection in Multiple Sites
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected bone
- Bone inflammation
- Widespread bone infection
- Chronic bone infection
- Bone infection in multiple places
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8639: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, multiple sites
- M8630: Chronic multifocal osteomyelitis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Childhood psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis arthritis in kids
- Pediatric psoriatic joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4054: Psoriatic juvenile arthropathy
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, 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:
- Relapsing Fever
- Bacterial Infection
- Recurrent fever
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne relapsing fever
ICD-10 Codes:
- A689: Relapsing fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
- Double-Jointedness
- Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M357: Hypermobility syndrome
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH)
- Familial hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
- HLH
- Familial HLH
- Immune dysregulation syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D761: Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Raynaud's Phenomenon
- Raynaud Phenomenon
- Raynaud’s Phenomenon
- Raynaud's Disease', 'Raynaud's Syndrome
- Cold Fingers and Toes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7300: Raynaud's syndrome without gangrene
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Juvenile Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Childhood ankylosing spondylitis
- Juvenile AS
- JAS
ICD-10 Codes:
- M081: Juvenile ankylosing spondylitis
Which procedures does Dr. Hazen perform as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Hazen may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hazen's office.
Does Dr. Hazen accept my insurance?
Dr. Hazen 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. Hazen accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Hazen in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hazen's office located?
What is Dr. Hazen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hazen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417170713.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hazen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hazen
What is Dr. Melissa Hazen's specialty?
Dr. Hazen is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Boston, MA. A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases. Contact Dr. Hazen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Hazen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hazen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?
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Is Melissa Hazen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Hazen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Hazen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hazen's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Hazen?
Please contact Dr. Hazen's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Hazen have?
Dr. Melissa Hazen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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