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Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn, MD

Brookline, MA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pettyjohn, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist in Brookline, MA?

    Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist, who primarily practices in Brookline, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Pettyjohn completed her residency at Tufts Med Center. Dr. Pettyjohn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pettyjohn’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pettyjohn’s office at (617) 732-1510.

    Where did Dr. Pettyjohn go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Tufts Med Center

    • Medical School: MED COLL OF WI

    What languages does Dr. Pettyjohn speak?

    Dr. Pettyjohn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pettyjohn treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Dr. Pettyjohn 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. Pettyjohn. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for First Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • First Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Care for First Pregnancy
    • Maternity Care for First-Time Moms
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision
    • Routine pregnancy check-ups
    • Standard antenatal care
    • Normal pregnancy supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3400: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, unspecified trimester
    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
    • Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Other Birth Control Counseling
    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Additional contraceptive advice
    • General family planning discussion
    • Ongoing birth control counseling
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • Getting an IUD
    • IUD procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3009: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on contraception
    • Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Routine IUD Check-up
    • IUD Removal and Reinsertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine Device Extraction
    • Taking out IUD
    • Removing an IUD
    • Regular IUD Check
    • Intrauterine Device Routine Exam
    • IUD Follow-up Visit
    • Intrauterine Device Exchange
    • IUD Replacement
    • New IUD Insertion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z30432: Encounter for removal of intrauterine contraceptive device
    • Z30431: Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device
    • Z30433: Encounter for removal and reinsertion of intrauterine contraceptive device

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Test (Result Unknown)
    • Pregnancy Test
    • Inconclusive Pregnancy Test
    • Unclear Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pending Pregnancy Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3200: Encounter for pregnancy test, result unknown

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
    • Elderly Primigravida Care
    • Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
    • O09519: Supervision of elderly primigravida, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other General Family Planning Counseling
    • Additional Reproductive Health Advice
    • Comprehensive Procreation Guidance
    • Advanced Fertility Planning Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3169: Encounter for other general counseling and advice on procreation

    Which procedures does Dr. Pettyjohn perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pettyjohn's office.

    Does Dr. Pettyjohn accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pettyjohn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-1510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pettyjohn accept in Brookline, MA?

    Dr. Pettyjohn in Brookline, 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

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pettyjohn's office located?

    Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn's Primary Practice

    1 Brookline Pl Ste 305

    Brookline, MA 02445

    (617) 732-1510

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    Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn's Practice 2

    750 Washington St

    Boston, MA 02111

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    What is Dr. Pettyjohn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pettyjohn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861614711.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pettyjohn?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pettyjohn

    What is Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn's specialty?

    Dr. Pettyjohn is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist near Brookline, MA. An obstetrician/gynecologist with specialization in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. They work with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of life while addressing physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family throughout the course of the disease, through the dying process, and beyond for the family. This specialist focusses on the assessment of patients with advanced disease; providing relief from distressing symptoms; performing coordination between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues; using specialized care systems including hospice; managing the imminently dying patient; and legal and ethical decision making in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Pettyjohn to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pettyjohn is affiliated with Brigham And Women's 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Obstetrician & Gynecologist?

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    Is Charissa Pettyjohn accepting new patients in Brookline, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charissa Pettyjohn offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pettyjohn's office at (617) 732-1510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charissa Pettyjohn?

    Please contact Dr. Pettyjohn's office at (617) 732-1510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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