Genetics Services

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Contact Information

Atrius Health
Contact: Susan P Pauker, MD, Genetics Director
Phone: 617-972-5120

485 Arsenal Street Watertown, MA 02472
Area Served: Greater Boston

Map Location Genetics Services

Narrative

The Genetics Department at Atrius Health offers individuals, couples, and families a wide range of genetics testing services as well as counseling. Counseling is an important part of our services, as we help you understand the different genetics tests and the links between genetics and inheritable diseases. We encourage patients to discuss their concerns, and help guide them toward decisions that are right for them.

Genetic services for Atrius Health patients include:

  • Syndrome identification
  • Prenatal diagnostics
  • Recurrence risk assessment
  • Family physical exams and trait assessment
  • Ordering and interpreting DNA, carrier, and other genetic testing

Service Types

  • Outpatient

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Health
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of MA HMO Blue
  • CIGNA Healthcare of Massachusetts
  • Fallon Community Health Plan
  • Fallon Health and Life Assurance Company
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Insurance Company
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Tufts Associated Health Maintenance Organization
  • Tufts Insurance Company
  • UniCare Life and Health Insurance Company
  • United HealthCare Insurance Company
  • United Healthcare of New England

Program Type

  • Medical

Populations Served

  • All Disabilities

Ages Served

  • Birth to 3
  • 3 - 4
  • 5 - 8
  • 9 - 13
  • 14 - 18
  • 19 - 22
  • 23 – 59
  • 60 +

Languages Spoken

  • American Sign Language
  • Chinese-Cantonese
  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • Haitian-Creole
  • Portuguese
  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • Vietnamese

Accessibility Features

  • Accessible Public Transportation
  • Accessible Restrooms
  • Elevators
  • Medical Needs
  • Near Public Transportation
  • Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

  • Fees: Medicare, Private Insurance