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Who is Dr. Shao, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Diane Shao, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Shao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shao’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Shao speak?
Dr. Shao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Shao typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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 Brain Development Problems
- Other Specific Brain Birth Defects
- Microcephaly
- Brain Malformations
- Isolated lissencephaly sequence
- Lissencephaly with cerebellar hypoplasia
- X-linked lissencephaly with abnormal genitalia
- Autosomal recessive primary microcephaly
- Congenital Brain Reduction Defects
- Underdeveloped Brain Regions
- Brain Size Abnormalities
- Various Congenital Brain Abnormalities
- Rare Brain Malformations
- Specific Brain Development Disorders
- Small Head Syndrome
- Congenital Microcephaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q043: Other reduction deformities of brain
- Q048: Other specified congenital malformations of brain
- Q02: Microcephaly
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Shao typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Diane Shao may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Shao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shao accept my insurance?
Dr. Shao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shao accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shao in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shao's office located?
What is Dr. Shao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497149900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shao
What is Dr. Diane Shao's specialty?
Dr. Shao is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Diane Shao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shao 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Diane Shao accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Diane Shao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diane Shao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diane Shao?
Please contact Dr. Shao's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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