Summary

Dr. Lee Shapiro is a rheumatologist with expertise in internal medicine who has been practicing for over five decades. They earned their medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons and completed residency training at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Shapiro brings extensive experience to the diagnosis and treatment of complex rheumatic conditions. They are fluent in Polish and Spanish, enabling effective communication with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shapiro practices at Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus and sees patients in Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls, New York. They specialize in treating conditions such as scleroderma, osteoporosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Their practice includes advanced treatment options like infusion therapy and intravenous treatments delivered through specialized infusion clinics. Patients rate Dr. Shapiro 4.1 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 53 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Polish, Spanish
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 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. William Edward Carroll, DODr. Barbara Kapuscinska, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyFamily MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.1 
3.8 
53 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Polish, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Saratoga Springs , NYParamus , NJQueensbury , NYTroy , NY
Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Sackler School Of Medicine Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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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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Is Dr. Lee Shapiro accepting new patients?
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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 my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Lee Shapiro accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Lee Shapiro affiliated with?
Dr. Lee Shapiro is affiliated with Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus.
What languages does Dr. Lee Shapiro speak?
Dr. Lee Shapiro speaks Polish and Spanish.

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