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Dr. James Stephen, MD

Boston, MA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephen, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. James Stephen, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Stephen completed his residency at Dc General Hospital. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (617) 636-4720.

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

    • Residency: Dc General Hospital

    Is Dr. Stephen board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Stephen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Stephen treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse
    • Alcohol dependence
    • Problem drinking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1010: Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Mood Disorder
    • Affective Disorder
    • Emotional Disorder
    • Mental Health Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Stephen perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Stephen may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stephen's office.

    Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-4720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Stephen 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

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?

    Dr. James Stephen's Primary Practice

    750 Washington St # 311

    Boston, MA 02111

    (617) 636-4720

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    Dr. James Stephen's Practice 2

    200 Groton Rd

    Ayer, MA 01432

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    Dr. James Stephen's Practice 3

    70 East St

    Methuen, MA 01844

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

    Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114940442.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?

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

    What is Dr. James Stephen's specialty?

    Dr. Stephen is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Boston, MA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Stephen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is James Stephen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. James Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Stephen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (617) 636-4720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Stephen?

    Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (617) 636-4720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Stephen have?

    Dr. James Stephen is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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