Summary

Dr. Lee Shapiro specializes in rheumatology and internal medicine, bringing over five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed residency training at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With 53 years of experience treating complex autoimmune and musculoskeletal conditions, Dr. Shapiro offers comprehensive care for patients with chronic rheumatic diseases. They communicate fluently in Spanish and Polish, helping serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shapiro practices at locations including Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus in Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, New York. They focus on treating conditions such as scleroderma, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Their practice offers specialized services including infusion therapy and intravenous treatments for patients requiring advanced medication delivery. Patients rate Dr. Shapiro 4.1 out of 5 stars for their care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 53 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Polish
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Lee S Shapiro has 2 locations

Community Care Rheumatology

1 West Ave Ste 330Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
MonClosed
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Glens Falls Hospital

100 Park StGlens Falls, NY 12801

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Dr. Lee S Shapiro, MDDr. Michael Lee Gross, MDDr. Ahmad Mazen Ahmad Ismail, MDDr. Morteza S Naghibi, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyInternal MedicineInfectious Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
3.8 
53 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks English, Spanish
Saratoga Springs , NYParamus , NJAmsterdam , NYTroy , NY
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Jordan University Of Science And Technology Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Tehran School Of Medical Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lee S Shapiro

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • GEHA
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lee S Shapiro has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lee S Shapiro has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Arthritis
  • Gout
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

53 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons in 1977 and Columbia University College Of Physicians And Surgeons in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Shapiro's NPI number is 1922194075.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Lee Shapiro accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Lee Shapiro accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lee Shapiro accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Lee Shapiro's office located?
Dr. Lee Shapiro's office is located at 1 West Ave Ste 330, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866.
Does Dr. Lee Shapiro accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Lee Shapiro has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lee Shapiro affiliated with?
Dr. Lee Shapiro is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus.

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