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Dr. David Lichtenstein, MD

Boston, MA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lichtenstein, Gastroenterologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. David Lichtenstein, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lichtenstein completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Gastroenterology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lichtenstein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lichtenstein’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lichtenstein’s office at (617) 638-6525.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lichtenstein?

    Dr. David Lichtenstein, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist 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. Lichtenstein empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon Cancer Screening, Endoscopy & Colonoscopy, Pancreatic & Biliary Disease, Pancreatic/Biliary Endoscopy (ERCP), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Lichtenstein is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Gastroenterology; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Duke University Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Lichtenstein board certified as a Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. David Lichtenstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lichtenstein speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lichtenstein treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lichtenstein 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. Lichtenstein. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    What procedures does Dr. Lichtenstein perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lichtenstein 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. Lichtenstein. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp/Tumor Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
    • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
    • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
    • Flexible colonoscopy with ablation
    • Colon polyp removal
    • Colon tumor destruction
    • Therapeutic colonoscopy
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Dilation
    • Colon Dilation during Colonoscopy
    • Endoscopic Balloon Dilation of Colon

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
    • 45388: Colonoscopy, flexible; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)
    • 45386: Colonoscopy, flexible; with transendoscopic balloon dilation

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Upper Endoscopy with Mucosal Resection
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • EGD with Mucosal Resection
    • Endoscopic Removal of Esophageal Lesion
    • Flexible Endoscopy with Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 43254: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic mucosal resection

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Sphincterotomy
    • ERCP with Bile or Pancreatic Duct Stent Removal
    • ERCP for Bile/Pancreatic Stent Exchange
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
    • Bile duct scope
    • Pancreatic duct scope
    • Papillotomy
    • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
    • Bile Duct Stent Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Foreign Body Removal
    • ERCP Stone Removal
    • Bile duct stent replacement (ERCP)
    • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography with stent exchange
    • Biliary stent removal and replacement
    • Pancreatic duct stent exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 43262: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with sphincterotomy/papillotomy
    • 43275: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of foreign body(s) or stent(s) from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
    • 43276: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal and exchange of stent(s), biliary or pancreatic duct, including pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed, including sphincterotomy, when performed, each stent exchanged

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Upper Endoscopy with Tumor Ablation
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision
    • EGD with Ablation
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Ablation
    • Flexible Endoscopy Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 43270: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with ablation of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) (includes pre- and post-dilation and guide wire passage, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • ERCP with Gallstone Removal
    • ERCP
    • Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
    • Biliary Duct Stone Removal
    • Pancreatic Duct Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)

    Does Dr. Lichtenstein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lichtenstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-6525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Lichtenstein 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

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Lichtenstein's office located?

    Dr. David Lichtenstein's Primary Practice

    720 Harrison Ave

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 638-6525

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    Dr. David Lichtenstein's Practice 2

    85 E Concord St Fl 7

    Boston, MA 02118

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    Dr. David Lichtenstein's Practice 3

    88 East Newton St

    Boston, MA 02118

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

    Dr. Lichtenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861479594.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lichtenstein?

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

    What is Dr. David Lichtenstein's specialty?

    Dr. Lichtenstein is a Gastroenterologist near Boston, MA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Lichtenstein to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. David Lichtenstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lichtenstein is affiliated with Temple University Hospital 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

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    Is David Lichtenstein accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. David Lichtenstein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Lichtenstein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lichtenstein's office at (617) 638-6525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Lichtenstein?

    Please contact Dr. Lichtenstein's office at (617) 638-6525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Lichtenstein have?

    Dr. David Lichtenstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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