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Dr. Alison Duncan, MD

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Duncan, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Alison Duncan, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Duncan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duncan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duncan’s office at (617) 414-5245.

    What languages does Dr. Duncan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Duncan treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Duncan 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. Duncan. 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:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Moderate Major Depressive Disorder (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Moderate clinical depression
    • Moderate unipolar depression
    • Moderate depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
    • F321: Major depressive disorder, single episode, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Emotional and Behavior Problems
    • Adjustment Disorder with Mixed Anxiety and Depression
    • Adjustment Disorder with Depressed Mood
    • Mental Disorder
    • Stress-Related Emotional and Conduct Issues
    • Mixed Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional and Behavioral Distress
    • Stress-Related Anxiety and Depression
    • Mixed Mood Adjustment Disorder
    • Emotional Distress from Stress
    • Situational Depression
    • Stress-Related Depression
    • Depression from Life Changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4325: Adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct
    • F4323: Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood
    • F4321: Adjustment disorder with depressed mood

    Also known as:

    • Severe Stress Reaction
    • Stress
    • Extreme Stress Response
    • Traumatic Stress Reaction
    • Stress-Related Illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F439: Reaction to severe stress, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Social Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Phobias
    • Anxiety
    • Social Phobia
    • Social Fear
    • Fear of Social Situations
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4010: Social phobia, unspecified
    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
    • OCD
    • Compulsive Behavior
    • Obsessive Thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F422: Mixed obsessional thoughts and acts

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Does Dr. Duncan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Duncan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-5245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Duncan 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

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    Where is Dr. Duncan's office located?

    Dr. Alison Duncan's Primary Practice

    1 Boston Medical Ctr Pl

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 414-5245

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    Dr. Alison Duncan's Practice 2

    850 Harrison Ave

    Boston, MA 02118

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

    Dr. Duncan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528301181.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duncan?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Duncan's specialty?

    Dr. Duncan is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Contact Dr. Duncan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Duncan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Duncan 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 Alison Duncan accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Duncan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Duncan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (617) 414-5245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Duncan?

    Please contact Dr. Duncan's office at (617) 414-5245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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