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Who is Dr. Finlay, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Geraldine Finlay, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Finlay completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Finlay is fluent in English, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finlay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finlay’s office at (617) 636-0159.
Where did Dr. Finlay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine
Is Dr. Finlay board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Geraldine Finlay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Finlay speak?
Dr. Finlay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Finlay typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Finlay 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. Finlay. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Finlay typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Geraldine Finlay may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Finlay's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Finlay accept my insurance?
Dr. Finlay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-0159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Finlay accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Finlay in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Finlay's office located?
Dr. Geraldine Finlay's Primary Practice
800 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 636-0159
What is Dr. Finlay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Finlay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437168572.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finlay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Finlay
What is Dr. Geraldine Finlay's specialty?
Dr. Finlay is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Geraldine Finlay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Finlay is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Geraldine Finlay accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Geraldine Finlay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geraldine Finlay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Finlay's office at (617) 636-0159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geraldine Finlay?
Please contact Dr. Finlay's office at (617) 636-0159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Geraldine Finlay have?
Dr. Geraldine Finlay is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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