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Dr. Ben Willwerth, MD

Braintree, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Willwerth, Pediatrician in Braintree, MA?

    Dr. Ben Willwerth, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Braintree, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Willwerth graduated from Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Willwerth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willwerth’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willwerth’s office at (781) 356-6200.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth

    Is Dr. Willwerth board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ben Willwerth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Willwerth speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Willwerth treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Willwerth 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. Willwerth. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lead Poisoning
    • Lead Exposure
    • Plumbism
    • Heavy Metal Poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z77011: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to lead

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Willwerth perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Ben Willwerth may include:

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

    Does Dr. Willwerth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willwerth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 356-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willwerth accept in Braintree, MA?

    Dr. Willwerth in Braintree, 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

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Willwerth's office located?

    Dr. Ben Willwerth's Primary Practice

    340 Wood Rd Ste 301

    Braintree, MA 02184

    (781) 356-6200

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

    Dr. Willwerth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174572689.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willwerth?

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

    What is Dr. Ben Willwerth's specialty?

    Dr. Willwerth is a Pediatrician near Braintree, MA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Willwerth to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ben Willwerth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Willwerth is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ben Willwerth accepting new patients in Braintree, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Ben Willwerth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ben Willwerth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willwerth's office at (781) 356-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ben Willwerth?

    Please contact Dr. Willwerth's office at (781) 356-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ben Willwerth have?

    Dr. Ben Willwerth is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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