Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chisholm, Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kara Chisholm, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Urology. Dr. Chisholm graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tufts Med Center. Dr. Chisholm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chisholm’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chisholm’s office at (978) 250-6010.
Where did Dr. Chisholm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Rhode Island Hospital, Fellow:Clinical Neurophysiology
Residency: Tufts Med Center | Tufts Medical Center
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Chisholm board certified in Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Chisholm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Chisholm speak?
Dr. Chisholm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chisholm treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Chisholm 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. Chisholm. 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:
- Skin Numbness
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Loss of skin sensation
- Cutaneous anesthesia
- Numb skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- R200: Anesthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Communication Problems from Brain Issues
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Cognitive-linguistic disorder
- Trouble speaking after brain injury
- Difficulty understanding language
ICD-10 Codes:
- R41841: Cognitive communication deficit
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Chisholm perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Chisholm may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chisholm's office.
Does Dr. Chisholm accept my insurance?
Dr. Chisholm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 250-6010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chisholm accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Chisholm 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
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chisholm's office located?
What is Dr. Chisholm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chisholm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548485741.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chisholm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chisholm
What is Dr. Kara Chisholm's specialty?
Dr. Chisholm is a Neurologist near Boston, MA.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. Chisholm to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kara Chisholm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chisholm is affiliated with Emerson Health 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
Where can I learn more about Neurologist?
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Is Kara Chisholm accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kara Chisholm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Chisholm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chisholm's office at (978) 250-6010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Chisholm?
Please contact Dr. Chisholm's office at (978) 250-6010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Chisholm have?
Dr. Kara Chisholm is certified by the American Board of Urology.
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