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Dr. Alice Shen, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Alice Shen, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shen?

    Dr. Alice Shen, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Gynecology, Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Shen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Shen go to medical school and complete their residency?

      What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

      Dr. Shen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Shen treat?

      As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:

      • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
      • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
      • Women's Health Checkup
      • Women's checkup, all clear
      • Pelvic exam, normal results
      • OB/GYN visit, no issues
      • Women's checkup with issues
      • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
      • OB/GYN visit with concerns

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
      • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
      • Health Screening
      • Mammography
      • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
      • Mammograms
      • Breast X-ray
      • Breast Cancer Check

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

      Also known as:

      • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
      • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
      • Prenatal Care
      • Routine pregnancy check-ups
      • Standard antenatal care
      • Normal pregnancy supervision
      • Late pregnancy care
      • Third trimester check-ups
      • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
      • Late Pregnancy Check-ups
      • Routine Third Trimester Care
      • Maternity Care (Third Trimester)

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester
      • Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
      • Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester

      Also known as:

      • Menopause
      • Climacteric
      • The Change of Life
      • Postmenopause

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

      Also known as:

      • Immunization Visit
      • Vaccines
      • Vaccination appointment
      • Shot visit
      • Immunization encounter

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z23: Encounter for immunization

      Also known as:

      • Postmenopausal Bleeding
      • Menopause
      • Vaginal Bleeding
      • Bleeding After Menopause
      • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

      Also known as:

      • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
      • Pelvic Pain
      • Perineum pain
      • Pelvic floor pain
      • Pain in groin area

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

      Also known as:

      • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
      • Vaginal Bleeding
      • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
      • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
      • AUB
      • Irregular Genital Bleeding

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
      • Pregnancy Test
      • No pregnancy detected
      • Negative HCG test
      • Not pregnant result

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

      Also known as:

      • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
      • Mammography
      • Inconclusive mammogram
      • Unclear breast scan results
      • Abnormal breast scan

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

      Also known as:

      • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
      • Vaginitis
      • Acute Vaginitis
      • Sudden Vaginal Infection
      • Vaginal Irritation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N760: Acute vaginitis

      Also known as:

      • Cervical Cancer Screening
      • HPV and Pap Test Results
      • Pap Test
      • HPV Test
      • Cervical Smear
      • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

      Also known as:

      • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
      • Health Problems in Pregnancy
      • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
      • Elderly Multigravida Care
      • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester

      Also known as:

      • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
      • Menstruation
      • Menorrhagia
      • Polymenorrhea
      • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle

      Also known as:

      • Period Pain
      • Menstrual Cramps
      • Dysmenorrhea

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Uterine Polyp
      • Uterine Disease
      • Endometrial Polyp
      • Womb Polyp

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

      Also known as:

      • Other Vaginal Disorder
      • Vaginal Disease
      • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
      • Specific Vaginal Problems

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

      What procedures does Dr. Shen perform?

      As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Shen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shen. 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:

      • Fetal Non-Stress Test
      • Nonstress Test
      • Nonstress Test (NST)
      • Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
      • NST for Pregnancy
      • Baby Heartbeat Test

      CPT Codes:

      • 59025: Fetal non-stress test

      Also known as:

      • Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
      • Prenatal Care
      • Antepartum Care
      • Pregnancy Check-ups
      • Maternity Care
      • Obstetric Visits

      CPT Codes:

      • 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits

      Also known as:

      • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
      • Biopsy
      • Hysteroscopy
      • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
      • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
      • D&C with Hysteroscopy

      CPT Codes:

      • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

      Also known as:

      • IUD Insertion
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device placement
      • IUD placement
      • Birth control implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • IUD Removal
      • Birth Control
      • Intrauterine device removal
      • Take out IUD
      • Remove birth control device
      • IUD explant

      CPT Codes:

      • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

      Also known as:

      • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
      • Colposcopy
      • Cervical Biopsy
      • Endocervical Curettage
      • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

      CPT Codes:

      • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

      Also known as:

      • Uterine Lining Biopsy
      • Biopsy
      • Endometrial Biopsy
      • Uterine Biopsy
      • Cervical Biopsy
      • Endocervical Sampling

      CPT Codes:

      • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)

      Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

      Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Shen accept in Boston, MA?

      Dr. Shen 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

      • Crown Cork and Seal Company

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Express Scripts

      • Medicare

      • Point32Health

      • State of Massachusetts

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

      Dr. Alice Shen's Primary Practice

      800 Washington St

      Boston, MA 02111

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      Dr. Alice Shen's Practice 2

      11 Nevins St Ste 306

      Brighton, MA 02135

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      Dr. Alice Shen's Practice 3

      886 Washington St Ste 2

      Norwood, MA 02062

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      What is Dr. Shen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

      Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457348948.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?

      Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shen

      What is Dr. Alice Shen's specialty?

      Dr. Shen is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Boston, MA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Alice Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Shen 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

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      Is Alice Shen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

      Yes, Dr. Alice Shen is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Alice Shen offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Alice Shen?

      Please contact Dr. Shen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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