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Dr. Lisa Shen, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shen, Dermatologist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Lisa Shen, MD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Shen is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shen’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shen’s office at (617) 638-7420.

    What languages does Dr. Shen speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shen treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Shen 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. Shen. 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:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Infantile Eczema
    • Coin-Shaped Eczema
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition
    • Baby eczema
    • Childhood atopic dermatitis
    • Infant skin rash
    • Discoid eczema
    • Nummular eczema
    • Orbicular eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified
    • L2083: Infantile (acute) (chronic) eczema
    • L2089: Other atopic dermatitis
    • L300: Nummular dermatitis

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa
    • Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
    • Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
    • HS Skin Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified
    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Congenital Birthmark
    • Rashes
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Nevus at birth
    • Mole at birth
    • Congenital melanocytic nevus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
    • Q825: Congenital non-neoplastic nevus

    Also known as:

    • Alopecia Areata
    • Hair Loss
    • Alopecia areata
    • Patchy hair loss
    • Autoimmune hair loss
    • Spot baldness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L639: Alopecia areata, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Molluscum Contagiosum
    • Skin Infection
    • Water Warts
    • Molluscum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B081: Molluscum contagiosum

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitiligo
    • Skin depigmentation
    • White patches on skin
    • Loss of skin color

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L80: Vitiligo

    Also known as:

    • Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1800: Hemangioma unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Psoriasis
    • Scaly Skin Condition
    • Chronic Skin Disease
    • Autoimmune Skin Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L409: Psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moles
    • Birthmarks
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Nevi
    • Beauty marks
    • Skin spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark Spots After Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • PIH
    • Post-Acne Marks
    • Skin Discoloration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L810: Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation

    Does Dr. Shen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-7420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shen 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Boston Medical Center

    • Cigna

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Medicaid

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • Steward Health Choice

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shen's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Shen also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Lisa Shen's Primary Practice

    725 Albany St # 8B

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 638-7420

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    Dr. Lisa Shen's Practice 2

    409 W Broadway

    South Boston, MA 02127

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lisa Shen?

    Dr. Shen has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Shen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881915148.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shen?

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

    What is Dr. Lisa Shen's specialty?

    Dr. Shen is a Dermatologist near Boston, MA. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Shen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lisa Shen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shen is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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 Lisa Shen accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Shen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Shen offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shen, or call (617) 638-7420 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Shen?

    Yes, Dr. Shen offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Shen, or call (617) 638-7420 for more information.

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