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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Close, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in Boston, MA?
Dr. Meredith Close, MD is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Close is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Close’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Close’s office at (616) 391-8810.
What languages does Dr. Close speak?
Dr. Close and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Close typically treat?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Close 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. Close. 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:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bowel Incontinence in Children
- Bowel Incontinence
- Encopresis
- Fecal Incontinence in Children
- Soiling
ICD-10 Codes:
- F981: Encopresis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Close typically perform?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Close 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. Close. 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:
- Tympanometry
- Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA)
- Speech Audiometry Test
- Hearing Tests for Adults
- Hearing Tests for Children
- Impedance Audiometry
- Middle Ear Test
- Ear Pressure Test
- VRA Hearing Test
- Infant Hearing Test
- Child Hearing Test
- Speech Hearing Test
- Speech Recognition Threshold
- Hearing Threshold Test
- Audiogram with Speech
CPT Codes:
- 92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
- 92579: Visual reinforcement audiometry (VRA)
- 92555: Speech audiometry threshold;
Does Dr. Close accept my insurance?
Dr. Close accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 391-8810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Close accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Close in Boston, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Close's office located?
What is Dr. Close's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Close's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801246954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Close?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Close
What is Dr. Meredith Close's specialty?
Dr. Close is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near Boston, MA.
What does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician do?
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development.
Is this Dr. Meredith Close affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Close is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Rhode Island Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Emerson Health, Southern New Hampshire 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
When to see a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meredith Close accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Close is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Close offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (616) 391-8810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Close?
Please contact Dr. Close's office at (616) 391-8810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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