18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vlad, Rheumatologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Steven Vlad, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vlad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlad’s office at (617) 636-5990.
Where did Dr. Vlad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Medical Center, Fellow:Rheumatology | Boston Medical Center, Fellow:Rheumatology
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School
Is Dr. Vlad board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Vlad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vlad speak?
Dr. Vlad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vlad treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Vlad 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. Vlad. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Sarcoid Myocarditis
- Sarcoidosis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiac Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle
- Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M450: Ankylosing spondylitis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis Affecting Multiple Spine Areas
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- nr-axSpA multiple sites
- non-radiographic SpA widespread
- widespread axial spondyloarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M45AB: Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis of multiple sites in spine
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Which procedures does Dr. Vlad perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Steven Vlad may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vlad's office.
Does Dr. Vlad accept my insurance?
Dr. Vlad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vlad accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Vlad 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)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vlad's office located?
What is Dr. Vlad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vlad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275546814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vlad
What is Dr. Steven Vlad's specialty?
Dr. Vlad is a Rheumatologist near Boston, MA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Vlad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Vlad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vlad is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Steven Vlad accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Vlad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Vlad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vlad's office at (617) 636-5990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Vlad?
Please contact Dr. Vlad's office at (617) 636-5990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Vlad have?
Dr. Steven Vlad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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