Summary

Dr. Christina Vanderpluym is a cardiovascular disease specialist who focuses on pediatric heart conditions. She earned her medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed specialized fellowship training in pediatric cardiology at Boston Children's Hospital, followed by advanced subspecialty fellowship training in heart transplant and heart failure at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Canada. With 21 years of experience treating young patients with complex cardiac conditions, Dr. Vanderpluym holds board certification in pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics. She provides care in English.

Dr. Vanderpluym practices at Boston Children's Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, where she treats children with serious heart conditions. Her expertise includes caring for patients with congenital heart disease and heart valve problems. She also specializes in managing heart failure in pediatric patients. Patients have given Dr. Vanderpluym an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in her specialized cardiac care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Pediatric University of Alberta - Edmonton, Canada
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Department of Cardiology

300 Longwood AveBoston, MA 02115
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Boston , MACambridge , MANORTH QUINCY , MABoston , MA
Med School: Boston University School of Medicine Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: King Saud University Riyadh College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Christina J. Vanderpluym

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - HMO-POS
  • Cigna - POS
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth - Medicaid
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • Neighborhood Health Plan
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Christina J. Vanderpluym has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Christina J. Vanderpluym has the following area of expertise

  • Pediatric Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Christina J. Vanderpluym holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Pediatric University of Alberta - Edmonton, Canada, Subspecialty Fellowship, Heart Transplant and Heart Failure - Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA, and Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Cardiology in 2011.

Medical School

Graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 2011 and University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry in 2005.

NPI Number

Christina J. Vanderpluym's NPI number is 1366722266.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Christina J. Vanderpluym speak?
Christina J. Vanderpluym speaks English.
Does Christina J. Vanderpluym accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Christina J. Vanderpluym accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Christina J. Vanderpluym's office located?
Christina J. Vanderpluym's office is located at 300 Longwood Ave, Boston, MA, 02115.
Is Christina J. Vanderpluym accepting new patients?
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Does Christina J. Vanderpluym accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Christina J. Vanderpluym has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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