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Dr. James Levenson, MD

Boston, MA

45 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Levenson, Internist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. James Levenson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Levenson graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Levenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levenson’s office.

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

    • Residency: Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine | Yale Primary Care Int Med Res Prog | Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program

    • Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Levenson board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. James Levenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Levenson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Levenson typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Levenson 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. Levenson. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Levenson typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. James Levenson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Levenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Levenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Levenson 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

    • BMC Health System

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other TPA

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Levenson's office located?

    Bidmc - Shapiro 6

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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

    Dr. Levenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346321916.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levenson?

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

    What is Dr. James Levenson's specialty?

    Dr. Levenson is a Internist near Boston, MA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

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

    Yes, Dr. Levenson is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Of Medford 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 James Levenson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

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

    Does Dr. James Levenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Levenson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Levenson?

    Please contact Dr. Levenson's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Levenson have?

    Dr. James Levenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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