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Dr. Lois Smith, MD, PHD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Smith, Ophthalmologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lois Smith, MD, PHD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Smith graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (617) 355-6401.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Mass Eye And Ear Infirmary, Ophthalmology; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Internal Medicine | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Smith board certified in Ophthalmologist?
Yes, Dr. Lois Smith, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?
As a Ophthalmologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Esotropia
- Inward Turning Eye
- Walleye
- Outward Hidden Eye Turn
- Intermittent Alternating Exotropia
- Alternating Walleye
- Intermittent Eye Turn
- Hidden Inward Eye Turn
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Crossed Eyes from Farsightedness
- Accommodative Squint
- Exotropia
- Divergent strabismus
- Outward turning eye
- Latent Outward Squint
- Exophoria
- Eye Muscle Imbalance
- Intermittent Alternating Wall Eyes
- Intermittent Alternating Divergent Strabismus
- Temporary Wall Eye
- Alternating exotropia
- Eyes take turns turning out
- Intermittent exotropia
- Intermittent heterotropia
- Occasional eye deviation
- Intermittent squint
- Esophoria
- Latent esotropia
- Hidden crossed eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
- H5043: Accommodative component in esotropia
- H5010: Unspecified exotropia
- H5052: Exophoria
- H5034: Intermittent alternating exotropia
- H5015: Alternating exotropia
- H5030: Unspecified intermittent heterotropia
- H5051: Esophoria
Also known as:
- Lazy Eye Suspect
- Lazy Eye
- Amblyopia
- Refractive Errors
- Amblyopia Suspect
- Possible Lazy Eye
- Risk of Lazy Eye
- Refractive Amblyopia
- Vision Loss from Unequal Focus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53042: Amblyopia suspect, left eye
- H53043: Amblyopia suspect, bilateral
- H53041: Amblyopia suspect, right eye
- H53022: Refractive amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
- Refractive Errors
- Farsightedness (Hyperopia)
- Hyperopia
- Long-sightedness
- Hypermetropia
- Myopia
- Difficulty Seeing Far Away
- Blurry Distance Vision
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5203: Hypermetropia, bilateral
- H5213: Myopia, bilateral
Also known as:
- Other Eyelid Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Eyelid Disorder
- Various Congenital Eyelid Abnormalities
- Rare Eyelid Malformations
- Infant Eyelid Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q103: Other congenital malformations of eyelid
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Congenital Nystagmus
- Eye Movement Disorder
- X-linked infantile nystagmus
- Infantile Nystagmus
- Born with Nystagmus
- Childhood Nystagmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5501: Congenital nystagmus
Also known as:
- Amblyopia
- Lazy eye
- Reduced vision
- Vision loss in one eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H53002: Unspecified amblyopia, left eye
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Which procedures does Dr. Smith perform as a Ophthalmologist?
As a Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lois Smith may include:
- Cataract Removal
- Corneal Specialist Consultation
- Corneal Specialist Follow Up
- Dark Adaptometry
- Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
- Electro-oculography (EOG)
- Electroretinography (ERG)
- Eye Emergency Visit
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Smith's office.
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Smith 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)
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Lois Smith's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 3446
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6401
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639269616.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Lois Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Ophthalmologist near Boston, MA. An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health. Contact Dr. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lois Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lois Smith accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Lois Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lois Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (617) 355-6401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lois Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (617) 355-6401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lois Smith have?
Dr. Lois Smith is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology.
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