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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Guggina, Emergency Medicine Specialist in East Boston, MA?
Dr. Pamela Guggina, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in East Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Guggina graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed her residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Guggina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guggina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guggina’s office at (617) 569-5800.
Where did Dr. Guggina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Baystate Med Ctr, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts Med School
What languages does Dr. Guggina speak?
Dr. Guggina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guggina typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guggina 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. Guggina. 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 Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Novel Flu with Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guggina typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pamela Guggina may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Guggina's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Guggina accept my insurance?
Dr. Guggina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 569-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guggina accept in East Boston, MA?
Dr. Guggina in East Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Guggina's office located?
What is Dr. Guggina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guggina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528006848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guggina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guggina
What is Dr. Pamela Guggina's specialty?
Dr. Guggina is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near East Boston, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Pamela Guggina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guggina is affiliated with 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pamela Guggina accepting new patients in East Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Guggina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pamela Guggina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guggina's office at (617) 569-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pamela Guggina?
Please contact Dr. Guggina's office at (617) 569-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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