BS
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shea, Pulmonologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Barry Shea, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Shea completed his residency at Cornell/Ny Presb. Dr. Shea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shea’s office at (617) 726-1721.
Where did Dr. Shea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cornell/Ny Presb
Is Dr. Shea board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Barry Shea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shea speak?
Dr. Shea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shea typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shea 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. Shea. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shea typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Barry Shea may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Shea's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shea accept my insurance?
Dr. Shea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-1721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shea accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Shea 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shea's office located?
What is Dr. Shea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962440271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shea
What is Dr. Barry Shea's specialty?
Dr. Shea is a Pulmonologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Barry Shea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shea is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Emerson Health, The Miriam Hospital, Concord Hospital, Brigham And Women's 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
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Is Barry Shea accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Barry Shea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barry Shea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (617) 726-1721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barry Shea?
Please contact Dr. Shea's office at (617) 726-1721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Shea have?
Dr. Barry Shea is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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