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Insurance
  • First Health (737)
  • Cigna (706)
  • Curative (694)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (638)
  • UnitedHealthCare (619)
  • Tufts Health Plan (603)
  • Aetna (592)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (591)
  • MVP Health Care (573)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts (534)
  • Connecticare (511)
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan (452)
  • Humana (418)
  • Anthem (203)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield (130)
  • MultiPlan (98)
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana (79)
  • Oxford Health Plans (36)
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield (30)
  • Health Net (30)
  • Oscar Health (29)
  • Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield (28)
  • Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP) (23)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (22)
  • EmblemHealth (22)
  • MagnaCare (22)
  • Coventry Health Care (21)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (20)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (20)
  • Amerihealth (16)
  • Anthem Blue Cross (1)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health Insurance Company (1)
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan (1)
  • Blue Care Network of Michigan (BCN) (1)
  • Blue Cross & Blue Shield of South Carolina (1)
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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (1)
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  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas (1)
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  • Blue Shield of Northeastern New York (1)
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  • Independence Blue Cross (1)
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  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc. (1)
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Northwest (1)
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  • Regence BlueShield (1)
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  • UnitedHealthcare of California (1)
  • UnitedHealthcare Plan of the River Valley (1)
  • UnitedHealthOne (1)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield (1)
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Gender
  • Female (336)
  • Male (772)

Distance

Distance
  • 1 mile (2)
  • 5 miles (979)
  • 10 miles (1108)
  • 25 miles (1331)
  • 50 miles (1788)
  • 100 miles (2491)
  • National (41482)

Age

Age
  • Under 40 (265)
  • 41-50 (275)
  • 51-60 (197)
  • 61-70 (135)
  • Over 70 (146)

Availability

Availability
  • Today (133)
  • Tomorrow (135)
  • Schedules online (26)
  • Accepts new patients (416)
  • Telehealth (369)

Language

Language
  • Afrikaans (3)
  • Arabic (12)
  • Armenian (2)
  • Bengali (1)
  • Chinese (8)
  • Chinese, Cantonese (3)
  • Chinese, Mandarin (1)
  • Creole (6)
  • Dutch (2)
  • Farsi (1)
  • French (22)
  • French Creole (6)
  • German (6)
  • Greek (7)
  • Gujarati (3)
  • Hebrew (7)
  • Hindi (7)
  • Italian (3)
  • Japanese (1)
  • Korean (2)
  • Malayalam (1)
  • Panjabi (1)
  • Persian (2)
  • Portuguese (2)
  • Punjabi (1)
  • Russian (10)
  • Serbo-croatian (1)
  • Sign Language (1)
  • Spanish (54)
  • Tamil (1)
  • Turkish (1)
  • Urdu (2)
  • Vietnamese (1)
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Patient Satisfaction

Patient Satisfaction
  • 5 Stars (284)
  • 4 Stars And Higher (416)
  • 3 Stars And Higher (482)
  • 2 Stars And Higher (494)
  • 1 Star And Higher (514)

Affiliated Facility

Affiliated Facility
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (208)
  • Massachusetts General Hospital (168)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (115)
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (110)
  • North Shore Medical Center (65)
  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital (60)
  • Tufts Medical Center (59)
  • Boston Medical Center (47)
  • South Shore Hospital (47)
  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital (37)
  • Winchester Hospital (30)
  • Milford Regional Medical Center (26)
  • Melrosewakefield Hospital (26)
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Plymouth (25)
  • Lowell General Hospital (24)
  • Beverly Hospital (23)
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Milton (22)
  • Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Burlington (22)
  • Cape Cod Hospital (19)
  • The Miriam Hospital (19)
  • Mount Auburn Hospital (19)
  • St. Elizabeth's Medical Center (19)
  • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham (17)
  • Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford (16)
  • Wentworth-Douglass Hospital (14)
  • Kent County Memorial Hospital (13)
  • Good Samaritan Medical Center (11)
  • Emerson Hospital (10)
  • New York-Presbyterian Hospital (9)
  • Metrowest Medical Center (9)
  • Carney Hospital (9)
  • Norwood Hospital (9)
  • Rhode Island Hospital (8)
  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center (8)
  • Maine Medical Center (8)
  • Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital (7)
  • Southern NH Medical Center (6)
  • Yale New Haven Hospital (6)
  • Baystate Medical Center (6)
  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights (6)
  • Cha Cambridge Hospital (6)
  • UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital (5)
  • York Hospital (5)
  • Martha's Vineyard Hospital (5)
  • Texas Children's Hospital (5)
  • Lawrence General Hospital (5)
  • Mainegeneral Medical Center (5)
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  • Charlton Memorial Hospital (5)
  • Cooley Dickinson Hospital (5)
  • NYU Langone Hospitals (4)
  • Nantucket Cottage Hospital (4)
  • Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (4)
  • Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital (4)
  • Mid Coast Hospital (4)
  • Stanford Hospital (4)
  • Sturdy Memorial Hospital (4)
  • Catholic Medical Center (4)
  • UMass Memorial Medical Center-Memorial Campus (4)
  • Southern Maine Health Care (4)
  • Portsmouth Regional Hospital (3)
  • Bridgeport Hospital (3)
  • Central Maine Medical Center (3)
  • Elliot Hospital (3)
  • Berkshire Medical Center (3)
  • UW Medical Center-Montlake (3)
  • Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford (3)
  • Speare Memorial Hospital (3)
  • OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus (3)
  • Children's Hospital Colorado (3)
  • Memorial Hospital (3)
  • NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue (3)
  • St. Joseph Hospital (3)
  • Stephens Memorial Hospital (3)
  • Anna Jaques Hospital (3)
  • Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center (2)
  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (2)
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  • Mount Desert Island Hospital (2)
  • Nashoba Valley Medical Center (2)
  • University of Kentucky Hospital (2)
  • Kaiser Permanente Orange County-Anaheim Medical Center (2)
  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital (2)
  • Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center (2)
  • Williamson Medical Center (2)
  • Laredo Medical Center (2)
  • University Hospital-University of Michigan (2)
  • Strong Memorial Hospital (2)
  • Emory University Hospital Midtown (2)
  • Emory University Hospital (2)
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  • Cleveland Clinic (2)
  • Nicklaus Children's Hospital (2)
  • Redington-Fairview General Hospital (2)
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  • University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics (2)
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  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (2)
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (2)
  • New England Baptist Hospital (2)
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  • South Miami Hospital (2)
  • HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center (2)
  • Virginia Hospital Center (2)
  • Athol Memorial Hospital (1)
  • Our Lady of Fatima Hospital (1)
  • UPMC Northwest (1)
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  • Mattel Children's Hospital UCLA (1)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cardiologists in Dorchester, MA

To locate cardiologists in Dorchester, MA with a patient rating of 4 stars or higher, you can use our advanced search feature on our website. Start by searching for cardiologists in your area. Once you have the list of specialists, you can filter the results by patient ratings. Select the option for 4 stars or more to view highly-rated specialists near you.

Yes, we have a list of cardiologists in Dorchester, MA who accept UnitedHealthCare insurance plans. To find them, simply search for cardiologists in your area and use our insurance filter option. Select 'UnitedHealthCare' as your insurance provider, and the search results will display specialists who accept this insurance plan.

To find cardiologists with immediate availability in Dorchester, MA, you can use our platform's search and filter options. Start by searching for cardiologists in your area. Once you have a list of cardiologists, you can filter the results to view those with appointment slots available today, tomorrow, or within 2 weeks. This allows you to quickly locate a specialist who can accommodate your needs without delay, ensuring you receive timely healthcare services when you need them most.

Yes, many cardiologists in Dorchester, MA are currently offering telehealth services. Telehealth allows you to consult with a specialist from the comfort of your home using video calls or phone calls. To find cardiologists offering telehealth in your area, simply search for cardiologists in Dorchester, MA on our platform. When viewing the search results, you can filter by telehealth as an option to see specialists who provide remote consultations. Providers who accept telehealth are also noted on our provider search results.

Finding healthcare providers who speak different languages can be essential for effective communication and quality care. To locate such providers, initiate a search for cardiologists in Dorchester, MA, then you can filter by providers who speak different languages other than english.

To make the most out of your cardiologists appointment, consider the following tips: jot down your symptoms, concerns, and questions before the appointment, be open and honest about your medical history, and actively engage in discussions about treatment options and lifestyle changes. Don't hesitate to seek clarification on any aspects you don't fully understand.

Consulting a cardiologists in your local area offers several benefits. You can enjoy convenient access to appointments and follow-up care. Additionally, local cardiologists are often familiar with the prevalent health conditions and risk factors in the region, allowing for more personalized treatment plans. Regular follow-ups and monitoring are also easier to manage when your healthcare provider is nearby.

Cardiologists near you often stay updated with the latest developments through continuous medical education, attending conferences, and participating in research. This commitment to staying informed benefits their patients by providing access to cutting-edge treatments and techniques. Feel free to ask your cardiologists about recent advancements during your appointments.

Accessing state-specific healthcare programs and resources in Dorchester, MA is typically facilitated through the official website of your state's Department of Health or a similar state agency. These websites often provide information on Medicaid, state-funded health insurance programs, and resources for specific health concerns. Additionally, you can contact your local healthcare providers or community health centers for guidance on accessing state-specific programs and resources.

There are several options for low-cost or free clinics for uninsured individuals. You can begin your search by visiting the website of your state's Department of Health or accessing resources like the National Association of Free and Charitable Clinics (NAFC). Additionally, community health centers, nonprofit organizations, and local hospitals may offer sliding-scale fee clinics or programs designed to provide healthcare services to uninsured or underinsured individuals.

Connecting with local healthcare advocacy groups and organizations in Dorchester, MA is an excellent way to stay informed and get involved. You can start by searching online for advocacy groups related to your specific healthcare interests within Dorchester, MA. Many of these organizations have websites or social media pages where you can find information on meetings, events, and ways to become a member or volunteer.