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Dr. Marc Pifko, MD

South Hamilton, MA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pifko, Family Medicine Specialist in South Hamilton, MA?

    Dr. Marc Pifko, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South Hamilton, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Pifko completed his residency at Shadyside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Pifko is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pifko’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pifko’s office at (781) 662-6400.

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

    • Residency: Shadyside Hosp, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Pifko board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Pifko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pifko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pifko treat?

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

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • High Triglycerides
    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Liver Enzymes
    • ALT Blood Test
    • AST Test
    • Elevated ALT
    • Elevated AST
    • Abnormal liver function test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Marc Pifko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pifko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pifko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 662-6400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pifko accept in South Hamilton, MA?

    Dr. Pifko in South Hamilton, 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

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pifko's office located?

    Dr. Marc Pifko's Primary Practice

    15 Railroad Ave

    South Hamilton, MA 01982

    (781) 662-6400

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    Dr. Marc Pifko's Practice 2

    88 Montvale Ave

    Stoneham, MA 02180

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    Dr. Marc Pifko's Practice 3

    3 Woodland Rd Ste 118

    Stoneham, MA 02180

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Marc Pifko an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Pifko has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Pifko, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Pifko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134183320.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pifko?

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

    What is Dr. Marc Pifko's specialty?

    Dr. Pifko is a Family Medicine Specialist near South Hamilton, 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. Pifko to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Marc Pifko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pifko is affiliated with Winchester Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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

    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 Marc Pifko accepting new patients in South Hamilton, MA?

    No, Dr. Marc Pifko is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marc Pifko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pifko's office at (781) 662-6400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marc Pifko?

    Please contact Dr. Pifko's office at (781) 662-6400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marc Pifko have?

    Dr. Marc Pifko is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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