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Dr. Alison Gustafson, MD

Dr. Alison Gustafson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Weymouth, MA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gustafson, Anesthesiologist in Weymouth, MA?

    Dr. Alison Gustafson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Weymouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gustafson completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Anesthesiology; Brockton Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gustafson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gustafson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gustafson’s office at (781) 337-4224.

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

    • Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Anesthesiology; Brockton Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | New Eng Med Center

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Gustafson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Gustafson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Gustafson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gustafson typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gustafson 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. Gustafson. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gustafson typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gustafson 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. Gustafson. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Gustafson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gustafson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 337-4224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gustafson accept in Weymouth, MA?

    Dr. Gustafson in Weymouth, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gustafson's office located?

    Dr. Alison Gustafson's Primary Practice

    55 Fogg Rd

    Weymouth, MA 02190

    (781) 337-4224

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    Dr. Alison Gustafson's Practice 2

    163 Libbey Industrial Pkwy Ste 301

    Weymouth, MA 02189

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    Dr. Alison Gustafson's Practice 3

    1085 Main St

    South Weymouth, MA 02190

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

    Dr. Gustafson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619991650.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gustafson?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Gustafson's specialty?

    Dr. Gustafson is an Anesthesiologist near Weymouth, MA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Alison Gustafson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gustafson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alison Gustafson accepting new patients in Weymouth, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Gustafson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Gustafson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (781) 337-4224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alison Gustafson?

    Please contact Dr. Gustafson's office at (781) 337-4224 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gustafson's office located?

    Dr. Gustafson's offices are located in Weymouth, MA and South Weymouth, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Gustafson have?

    Dr. Alison Gustafson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.