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Dr. Claudia Chaves, MD

Newton, MA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chaves, Neurologist in Newton, MA?

    Dr. Claudia Chaves, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Newton, MA. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Chaves graduated from Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology and completed her residency at Tufts Med Center. Dr. Chaves is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chaves’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chaves’s office at (617) 928-1500.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chaves?

    Dr. Claudia Chaves, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist 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. Chaves empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Multiple Sclerosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newton/MA community, Dr. Chaves is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Tufts Med Center | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program

    • Medical School: Federal University Of Uberlandia Brazil | Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology | Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chaves speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Chaves treat?

    As a Neurologist, Dr. Chaves 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. Chaves. 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:

    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • MCI
    • Early Memory Loss
    • Pre-Dementia
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6350: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of unspecified cerebral artery
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Sclerosis
    • MS
    • Demyelinating Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G35: Multiple sclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Memory Loss
    • Memory
    • Amnesia
    • Forgetfulness
    • Loss of Recall

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R413: Other amnesia

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Types of Headache
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Unusual headache
    • Rare headache syndrome
    • Atypical headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4489: Other headache syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Numbness or Tingling
    • Neurologic Disease
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Paresthesia
    • Skin Numbness
    • Tingling Sensation
    • Pins and Needles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R202: Paresthesia of skin

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Polyneuropathy
    • Generalized Nerve Damage
    • Widespread Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Brain or Spinal Cord Scan
    • Unusual CNS imaging results
    • Other neurological scan abnormalities
    • Brain imaging findings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9089: Other abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of central nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Does Dr. Chaves accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chaves accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 928-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chaves accept in Newton, MA?

    Dr. Chaves in Newton, 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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • Tufts Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chaves' office located?

    Dr. Claudia Chaves' Primary Practice

    2000 Washington St Ste 567

    Newton, MA 02462

    (617) 928-1500

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

    Dr. Chaves's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740241736.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chaves?

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

    What is Dr. Claudia Chaves's specialty?

    Dr. Chaves is a Neurologist near Newton, MA.

    A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.

    Contact Dr. Chaves to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Claudia Chaves affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chaves is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley 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

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    Is Claudia Chaves accepting new patients in Newton, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Claudia Chaves is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Claudia Chaves offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chaves's office at (617) 928-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Claudia Chaves?

    Please contact Dr. Chaves's office at (617) 928-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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