19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ames, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Newton, MA?
Dr. Andrew Ames, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newton, MA. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Ames graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University and completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ames is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ames’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ames’s office at (617) 243-6040.
Where did Dr. Ames go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Baystate Med Center | Baystate Medical Center/Tufts University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University
Is Dr. Ames board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Ames, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ames speak?
Dr. Ames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ames typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ames 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. Ames. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ames typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Ames may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ames' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ames accept my insurance?
Dr. Ames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 243-6040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ames accept in Newton, MA?
Dr. Ames 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
Cigna Group
CMS
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
MultiPlan
Optima Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ames' office located?
What is Dr. Ames's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376507723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ames?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ames
What is Dr. Andrew Ames's specialty?
Dr. Ames is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Newton, MA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Andrew Ames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ames 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Andrew Ames accepting new patients in Newton, MA?
No, Dr. Andrew Ames is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Ames offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (617) 243-6040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Ames?
Please contact Dr. Ames's office at (617) 243-6040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Ames have?
Dr. Andrew Ames is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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