Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shore, Orthopedic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Benjamin Shore, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Shore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shore’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shore’s office at (603) 650-5000.
Where did Dr. Shore go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Schulich School of Medicine And Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Shore speak?
Dr. Shore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shore treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shore 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. Shore. 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:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Other Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
- Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
- Mixed Cerebral Palsy
- Atypical CP
- Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
- Hemiplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting one side
- One-sided spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
- G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
- G808: Other cerebral palsy
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
- G802: Spastic hemiplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Other Hip Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Congenital Hip Malformation
- Birth Defect of Hip
- Abnormal Hip Development
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6589: Other specified congenital deformities of hip
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Tight Achilles Tendon
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Shortened Achilles Tendon
- Acquired Achilles Tendon Contracture
- Achilles Tendon Tightness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6701: Short Achilles tendon (acquired), right ankle
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does Dr. Shore perform?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Shore 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. Shore. 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:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Long Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
- Full leg cast
- Thigh to toe cast
- Leg cast application
- Full leg immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
- 29345: Application of long leg cast (thigh to toes);
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Lengthening/Shortening
- Hamstring Tendon Lengthening
- Open Hip Adductor Tendon Release
- Tendon Adjustment Surgery Leg
- Leg Tendon Release
- Ankle Tendon Lengthening
- Hamstring Lengthening Surgery
- Tendon Release Hamstring
- Bilateral Hamstring Lengthening
- Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
- Adductor Tenotomy Hip
- Open Release of Hip Adductor
- Tendon Release (Hamstring)
- Single Hamstring Tendon Lengthening
CPT Codes:
- 27686: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; multiple tendons (through same incision), each
- 27395: Lengthening of hamstring tendon; multiple tendons, bilateral
- 27001: Tenotomy, adductor of hip, open
- 27393: Lengthening of hamstring tendon; single tendon
Also known as:
- Distal Femur Growth Plate Arrest
- Growth Plate Surgery for Leg Deformity
- Growth Plate Surgery of Thigh Bone
- Epiphysiodesis of femur
- Knee growth plate surgery
- Femur growth arrest
- Hemiepiphyseal Arrest
- Guided Growth Surgery
- Leg Straightening Surgery
- Genu Varus/Valgus Correction
- Epiphysiodesis of Femur
- Greater Trochanter Growth Arrest
- Thigh Bone Growth Plate Stapling
CPT Codes:
- 27475: Arrest, epiphyseal, any method (eg, epiphysiodesis); distal femur
- 27485: Arrest, hemiepiphyseal, distal femur or proximal tibia or fibula (eg, genu varus or valgus)
- 27185: Epiphyseal arrest by epiphysiodesis or stapling, greater trochanter of femur
Also known as:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Hip Joint Injection with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Hip arthrogram injection
- Diagnostic hip injection
- Hip pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 27095: Injection procedure for hip arthrography; with anesthesia
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
- Leg tendon lengthening
- Ankle tendon shortening
- Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
- 27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hamstring Release Surgery
- Hamstring Recession
- Tight Hamstring Surgery
- Proximal Hamstring Release
CPT Codes:
- 27097: Release or recession, hamstring, proximal
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Hip Flexor Tendon Release
- Hip Flexor Tenotomy
- Open Hip Tendon Release
- Psoas Tendon Release
- Hip Tendon Cutting Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27005: Tenotomy, hip flexor(s), open (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Tibia Fracture Repair with Internal Fixation
- Open Tibia Fracture Surgery
- Pilon Fracture Repair
- Ankle Fracture Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27827: Open treatment of fracture of weight bearing articular surface/portion of distal tibia (eg, pilon or tibial plafond), with internal fixation, when performed; of tibia only
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
- Chemical nerve block (extremity)
- Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
- Botox for spasticity (additional)
- Nerve denervation (chemical)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Shore accept my insurance?
Dr. Shore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 650-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shore accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shore 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. Shore's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Shore's Primary Practice
300 Longwood Ave # 221
Boston, MA 02115
(603) 650-5000
What is Dr. Shore's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992027213.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shore?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shore
What is Dr. Benjamin Shore's specialty?
Dr. Shore is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Boston, MA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Shore to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Shore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shore is affiliated with Emerson Health, Concord Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA, Tufts 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
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Is Benjamin Shore accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Shore is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Shore offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shore's office at (603) 650-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Shore?
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