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Dr. Rong Guan, MD

Boston, MA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guan, Internist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Rong Guan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Guan completed his residency at St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Guan is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Italian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guan’s office at (617) 482-7555.

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

    • Residency: St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China

    Is Dr. Guan board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Rong Guan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guan speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • French

    • Italian

    • Russian

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Guan typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Guan 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. Guan. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Guan typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Guan 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. Guan. 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:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Guan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 482-7555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guan accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Guan 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

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Guan's office located?

    South Shore Community Health Center

    885 Washington St

    Boston, MA 02111

    (617) 482-7555

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

    Dr. Guan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760439921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guan?

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

    What is Dr. Rong Guan's specialty?

    Dr. Guan 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. Rong Guan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guan is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford, Boston Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital 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

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    Is Rong Guan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Rong Guan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rong Guan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guan's office at (617) 482-7555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rong Guan?

    Please contact Dr. Guan's office at (617) 482-7555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rong Guan have?

    Dr. Rong Guan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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