28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Katz, Infectious Disease Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Joel Katz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Katz graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Katz is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katz’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Katz?
Dr. Joel Katz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist 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. Katz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Infections in Immunocompromised Patients, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Katz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Katz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine | Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Katz board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Katz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Katz speak?
Dr. Katz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Katz treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Katz 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. Katz. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension from Lung Disease
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs from Lung Problems
- Hypoxic Pulmonary Hypertension
- Lung Disease Related Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2723: Pulmonary hypertension due to lung diseases and hypoxia
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
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
Which procedures does Dr. Katz perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Joel Katz may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Katz's office.
Does Dr. Katz accept my insurance?
Dr. Katz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katz accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Katz in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mattel Inc
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Katz's office located?
What is Dr. Katz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760448005.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katz
What is Dr. Joel Katz's specialty?
Dr. Katz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Boston, MA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Katz to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Joel Katz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Katz is affiliated with Brigham and Women's 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Joel Katz accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Katz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Katz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Katz?
Please contact Dr. Katz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Katz have?
Dr. Joel Katz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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