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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lian, Internist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Bill Lian, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Lian graduated from Norman Bethune University Of Med Sciences and completed his residency at Mount Auburn Hospital Program. Dr. Lian is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lian’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lian’s office at (617) 732-6040.
Where did Dr. Lian go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Auburn Hospital Program
Medical School: Norman Bethune University Of Med Sciences | Norman Bethune University Of Med Sciences
Is Dr. Lian board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bill Lian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lian speak?
Dr. Lian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lian typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lian 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. Lian. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lian typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Bill Lian 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. Lian's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lian accept my insurance?
Dr. Lian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 732-6040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lian accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Lian 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lian's office located?
What is Dr. Lian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366637761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lian
What is Dr. Bill Lian's specialty?
Dr. Lian is a 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 this Dr. Bill Lian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lian is affiliated with Brigham And Women's Hospital, Boston Medical Center, Newton-Wellesley 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bill Lian accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Bill Lian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bill Lian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lian's office at (617) 732-6040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bill Lian?
Please contact Dr. Lian's office at (617) 732-6040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bill Lian have?
Dr. Bill Lian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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