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Dr. Julia Shah, MD

Boston, MA

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    Who is Dr. Shah, Physiatrist in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Julia Shah, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Shah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shah’s office at (617) 724-3718.

    What languages does Dr. Shah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shah treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Shah 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. Shah. 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
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis
    • Spastic Diplegia', 'CP with spastic diplegia', 'Little's disease
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
    • G808: Other cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
    • Muscular Dystrophy
    • DMD
    • BMD
    • Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
    • Becker Muscular Dystrophy
    • MD
    • Muscle wasting disease
    • Progressive muscle weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
    • G7109: Other specified muscular dystrophies

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Cramps
    • Muscle Spasms
    • Charley Horse
    • Leg Cramps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R252: Cramp and spasm

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    • SMA
    • Progressive Muscle Weakness
    • Motor Neuron Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G129: Spinal muscular atrophy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dystonia
    • Muscle Spasm Disorder
    • Involuntary Muscle Contractions
    • Movement Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G249: Dystonia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
    • CMT Disease
    • Hereditary Motor Sensory Neuropathy
    • Peroneal Muscular Atrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G600: Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Inherited Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    • Spinal Muscular Atrophy
    • Genetic SMA
    • Familial Spinal Atrophy
    • Hereditary Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G121: Other inherited spinal muscular atrophy

    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:

    • Other Muscle and Bone System Symptoms
    • Movement Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Unusual Musculoskeletal Symptoms
    • Muscle and Joint Problems
    • Bone and Muscle Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R29898: Other symptoms and signs involving the musculoskeletal system

    Does Dr. Shah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-3718 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Shah 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

    • Boston Medical Center

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shah's office located?

    Dr. Julia Shah's Primary Practice

    300 Longwood Ave # 3446

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 724-3718

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    Dr. Julia Shah's Practice 2

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

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    Dr. Julia Shah's Practice 3

    36475 5 Mile Rd

    Livonia, MI 48154

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

    Dr. Shah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467949081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shah?

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

    What is Dr. Julia Shah's specialty?

    Dr. Shah is a Physiatrist near Boston, MA. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Julia Shah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Shah is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Julia Shah accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Julia Shah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julia Shah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (617) 724-3718 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Julia Shah?

    Please contact Dr. Shah's office at (617) 724-3718 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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