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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fife, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alison Fife, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Fife completed her residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Fife is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fife’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fife’s office at (617) 636-5000.
Where did Dr. Fife go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Medical School: University of Cincinnati / Main Campus
Is Dr. Fife board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Alison Fife, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Fife speak?
Dr. Fife and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fife treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Fife 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. Fife. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Recurrent Depression in Partial Remission
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Improving recurrent depression
- Resolving recurrent depressive symptoms
- Partial recovery from recurrent depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F3341: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, in partial remission
Also known as:
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
- PTSD
- Trauma Stress
- Combat Stress
- Shell Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Mild to Moderate Depressed Bipolar Episode
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Bipolar depression
- Manic-depressive illness, depressed phase
- Depressive episode of bipolar
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F3130: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild or moderate severity, unspecified
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder in Remission
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Recovered from alcoholism
- Alcohol dependence recovery
- Sobriety from alcohol
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1021: Alcohol dependence, in remission
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Which procedures does Dr. Fife perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alison Fife may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fife's office.
Does Dr. Fife accept my insurance?
Dr. Fife accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fife accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Fife in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fife's office located?
What is Dr. Fife's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fife's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477545143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fife?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fife
What is Dr. Alison Fife's specialty?
Dr. Fife is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Fife to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alison Fife affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fife is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center 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 Psychiatrist?
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Is Alison Fife accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Fife is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Fife offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fife's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Fife?
Please contact Dr. Fife's office at (617) 636-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Fife have?
Dr. Alison Fife is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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