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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shea, Physiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cristina Shea, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shea’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shea’s office at (617) 732-5500.
What languages does Dr. Shea speak?
Dr. Shea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which procedures does Dr. Shea perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Cristina Shea may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shea's office.
Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shea in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shea's office located?
What is Dr. Shea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043715543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shea
What is Dr. Cristina Shea's specialty?
Dr. Shea is a Physiatrist near Boston, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shea to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristina Shea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shea is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Hartford Hospital 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
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Is Cristina Shea accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Shea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Shea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (617) 732-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Shea?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (617) 732-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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