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Dr. Susan Young, MD

Dr. Susan Young, MD

Fitchburg, MA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Young, Family Medicine Specialist in Fitchburg, MA?

    Dr. Susan Young, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fitchburg, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Young completed her residency at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island. Dr. Young is fluent in English, Esperanto, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office at (978) 345-1040.

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

    • Residency: Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island

    • Medical School: UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA

    Is Dr. Young board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Young, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Young speak?

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

    • English

    • Esperanto

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Young treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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:

    • 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
    • Bladder Disease
    • Neurogenic Bladder
    • Bladder Control Issues
    • Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Which procedures does Dr. Young perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Susan Young may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Young's office.

    Does Dr. Young accept my insurance?

    Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 345-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Fitchburg, MA?

    Dr. Young in Fitchburg, 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)

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UMass Memorial Health Care

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Young's office located?

    Dr. Susan Young's Primary Practice

    370 Lunenburg St

    Fitchburg, MA 01420

    (978) 345-1040

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    Dr. Susan Young's Practice 2

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

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

    Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619938586.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Young's specialty?

    Dr. Young is a Family Medicine Specialist near Fitchburg, MA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Young to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Susan Young affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Umass Memorial Healthalliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Susan Young accepting new patients in Fitchburg, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Young is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Young offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Young's office at (978) 345-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Young?

    Please contact Dr. Young's office at (978) 345-1040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Young have?

    Dr. Susan Young is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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