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Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lasser, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Karen Lasser, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lasser graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lasser is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Haitian; Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lasser’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lasser’s office at (617) 414-4290.
Where did Dr. Lasser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Lasser board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Lasser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lasser speak?
Dr. Lasser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Haitian; Haitian Creole
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lasser typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lasser 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. Lasser. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- High Blood Sugar Crisis
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
- 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lasser typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Lasser may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lasser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lasser accept my insurance?
Dr. Lasser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lasser accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lasser 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
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lasser's office located?
Dr. Karen Lasser also offers virtual visits
Dr. Karen Lasser's Primary Practice
1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl
Boston, MA 02118
(617) 414-4290
What hospitals are Dr. Lasser affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lasser has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Karen Lasser?
Dr. Lasser has appointments available at her Boston, MA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Lasser's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lasser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932235520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lasser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lasser
What is Dr. Karen Lasser's specialty?
Dr. Lasser is an 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 Dr. Karen Lasser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lasser 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Karen Lasser accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Lasser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Lasser offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lasser, or call (617) 414-4290 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Lasser?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lasser, or call (617) 414-4290 for more information.
Where is Dr. Lasser's office located?
Dr. Lasser's office is located in Boston, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Lasser have?
Dr. Karen Lasser is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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