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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gretz, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Samuel Gretz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Gretz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gretz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gretz’s office at (617) 636-5000.
What languages does Dr. Gretz speak?
Dr. Gretz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gretz typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gretz 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. Gretz. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gretz typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Gretz may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Gretz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gretz accept my insurance?
Dr. Gretz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gretz accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gretz 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)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gretz's office located?
What is Dr. Gretz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gretz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134706088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gretz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gretz
What is Dr. Samuel Gretz's specialty?
Dr. Gretz is a Internist near Boston, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Samuel Gretz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gretz is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samuel Gretz accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Gretz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Gretz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gretz's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Gretz?
Please contact Dr. Gretz's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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