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Who is Dr. Boston, Thoracic Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Umar Boston, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Boston is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boston’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boston’s office at (901) 287-7337.
Is Dr. Boston board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Umar Boston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Boston speak?
Dr. Boston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Boston treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Boston 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. Boston. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Boston perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Umar Boston may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Boston's office.
Does Dr. Boston accept my insurance?
Dr. Boston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 287-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boston accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Boston in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Boston's office located?
What is Dr. Boston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386668929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boston
What is Dr. Umar Boston's specialty?
Dr. Boston is a Thoracic Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Boston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Umar Boston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Boston is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Of The Kings Daughters. 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
Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?
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Is Umar Boston accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Umar Boston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umar Boston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boston's office at (901) 287-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umar Boston?
Please contact Dr. Boston's office at (901) 287-7337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Umar Boston have?
Dr. Umar Boston is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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