23 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Gaffin, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gaffin?
Dr. Jonathan Gaffin, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gaffin empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Cough, Cystic Fibrosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Gaffin is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gaffin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Gaffin board certified as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan Gaffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gaffin speak?
Dr. Gaffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Gaffin typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Gaffin 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. Gaffin. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
- CF Lung Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Gaffin typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Gaffin 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. Gaffin. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Gaffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaffin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gaffin 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
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gaffin's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Gaffin affiliated with?
Dr. Gaffin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gaffin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487844403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaffin