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Who is Dr. Gilchrist, Pediatric Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Brian Gilchrist, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Gilchrist completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery and is currently affiliated with The Floating Hospital For Children. Dr. Gilchrist is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gilchrist’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gilchrist’s office at (617) 636-5025.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gilchrist?
Dr. Brian Gilchrist, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon 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. Gilchrist empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Urology, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Gilchrist is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gilchrist go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery | Brown University
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Gilchrist board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Gilchrist, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gilchrist speak?
Dr. Gilchrist and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Gilchrist typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Gilchrist 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. Gilchrist. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Gilchrist typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Gilchrist 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. Gilchrist. 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:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Also known as:
- Repair of Incomplete Circumcision
- Circumcision Revision
- Foreskin Repair Surgery
- Incomplete Circumcision Correction
CPT Codes:
- 54163: Repair incomplete circumcision
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Does Dr. Gilchrist accept my insurance?
Dr. Gilchrist accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5025 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gilchrist accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Gilchrist in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
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Where is Dr. Gilchrist's office located?
What is Dr. Gilchrist's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gilchrist's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326098419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gilchrist?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gilchrist
What is Dr. Brian Gilchrist's specialty?
Dr. Gilchrist is a Pediatric Surgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Brian Gilchrist affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gilchrist is affiliated with Elliot 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
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Is Brian Gilchrist accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Gilchrist is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Gilchrist offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (617) 636-5025 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Gilchrist?
Please contact Dr. Gilchrist's office at (617) 636-5025 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Gilchrist have?
Dr. Brian Gilchrist is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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Connect with DR. Gilchrist
The Floating Hospital For Children
750 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111