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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stephen, Neurosurgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. James Stephen, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office.
What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?
Dr. Stephen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurosurgeon like Dr. Stephen typically treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen 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. 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?
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 1124312145.
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 Neurosurgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Neurosurgeon do?
A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body.
Is this Dr. James Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital 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 a Neurosurgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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