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Who is Dr. Santo, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Eilann Santo, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Santo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santo’s office at (617) 632-6464.
What languages does Dr. Santo speak?
Dr. Santo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santo treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Santo 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. Santo. 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:
- Pain
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Cancer-Related Fatigue
- Cancer
- Fatigue
- Cancer Fatigue
- Cancer exhaustion
- Tiredness from cancer
- Chemotherapy fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R530: Neoplastic (malignant) related fatigue
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Which procedures does Dr. Santo perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eilann Santo may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santo's office.
Does Dr. Santo accept my insurance?
Dr. Santo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santo accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Santo in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santo's office located?
What is Dr. Santo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427411578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santo
What is Dr. Eilann Santo's specialty?
Dr. Santo is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Boston, MA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Santo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eilann Santo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dana - Farber Cancer Institute - Longwood Medical Area. 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Eilann Santo accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Eilann Santo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eilann Santo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santo's office at (617) 632-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eilann Santo?
Please contact Dr. Santo's office at (617) 632-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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