Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Butter, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. John Butter, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Butter completed his residency at Beth Israel Hosp/Harvard University. Dr. Butter is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butter’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butter’s office at (617) 732-5500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Butter?
Dr. John Butter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Butter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diagnostic Problems, Preventive Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Butter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Butter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Hosp/Harvard University
Is Dr. Butter board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. John Butter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Butter speak?
Dr. Butter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Butter treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Butter 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. Butter. 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:
- 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:
- Brain damage from lack of oxygen
- Brain Disease
- Anoxic brain injury
- Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
- Oxygen deprivation brain injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tracheostomy Care
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach Care
- Trachea Tube Management
- Breathing Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z430: Encounter for attention to tracheostomy
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Butter perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Butter may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Butter's office.
Does Dr. Butter accept my insurance?
Dr. Butter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butter accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Butter 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Butter's office located?
What is Dr. Butter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629037064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butter
What is Dr. John Butter's specialty?
Dr. Butter is a Internist near Boston, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Butter to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. John Butter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Butter is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is John Butter accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. John Butter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Butter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butter's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Butter?
Please contact Dr. Butter's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Butter have?
Dr. John Butter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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