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Dr. Helen Lyon, MD

Dr. Helen Lyon, MD

Clinical Geneticist

Boston, MA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lyon, Clinical Geneticist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Helen Lyon, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Lyon completed her residency at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Lyon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyon’s office at (774) 441-6586.

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

    • Fellowship: Boston Children's Hospital Harvard Medical School

    • Residency: Maine Medical Center

    • Medical School: UMass Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA

    Is Dr. Lyon board certified as a Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Lyon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Lyon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lyon typically treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Lyon 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. Lyon. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • hEDS
    • EDS Type 3
    • Joint Hypermobility Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7962: Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Joint Derangement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Dysfunction
    • Joint Instability

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M249: Joint derangement, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Benign Joint Hypermobility Syndrome
    • Double-Jointedness
    • Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M357: Hypermobility syndrome

    What procedures does a Clinical Geneticist like Dr. Lyon typically perform?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by Dr. Helen Lyon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lyon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lyon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lyon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (774) 441-6586 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lyon in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lyon's office located?

    Dr. Helen Lyon's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (774) 441-6586

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    Dr. Helen Lyon's Practice 2

    55 Lake Ave N

    Worcester, MA 01655

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    Dr. Helen Lyon's Practice 3

    14 Prospect St

    Milford, MA 01757

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

    Dr. Lyon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659362309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyon?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Lyon's specialty?

    Dr. Lyon is a Clinical Geneticist near Boston, MA.

    What does a Clinical Geneticist do?

    A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders.

    Is Dr. Helen Lyon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lyon is affiliated with Umass Memorial Milford Regional Medical Center, Beverly 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

    When to see a Clinical Geneticist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Clinical Geneticist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Helen Lyon accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Lyon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Lyon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (774) 441-6586 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Helen Lyon?

    Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (774) 441-6586 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lyon's office located?

    Dr. Lyon's offices are located in Boston, MA, Worcester, MA, and Milford, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Lyon have?

    Dr. Helen Lyon is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.