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Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD

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Specializes in: Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat)

Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College

Professional interests include: skull base tumors, salivary gland tumor, pharynx cancer, and more.

800 Howard Avenue Yale Physicians Building, 4th Floor
New Haven, CT 06519

(203) 785-5430

Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD is an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT specializing in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health and Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale Medicine.

Office Locations

Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale Medicine

35 Park Street
New Haven, CT 06519

(203) 200-2028

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Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale Medicine

800 Howard Avenue Yale Physicians Building, 4th Floor
New Haven, CT 06519

(203) 785-5430

(203) 785-3970

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Some issues Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

In The News

“senior author Dr. Benjamin Judson, from the Yale University School of Medicine in New Haven, Connecticut told Reuters Health.”—"Public knows little about head and neck cancers: study", Chicago Tribune, June 2014

"Alberto: Head and Neck Cancer Survivor", Yale New Haven Health

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, lymph node procedures and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	12
dissection	21
doctor visit	239
excision	33
gastrointestinal procedures	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	64
lymph node procedures	33
minimally invasive procedures	76
neck surgery	21
open surgery	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	17
diagnostic procedures	17
dissection	23
doctor visit	253
excision	23
gastrointestinal procedures	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	65
lymph node procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	94
minor procedures	17
neck surgery	23
salivary gland surgery	11

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	70

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	133
Black	0
Hispanic	14
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	15
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	30
Dementia	9
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	11
diagnostic procedures	11
dissection	22
doctor visit	244
excision	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	82
lymph node procedures	22
minimally invasive procedures	93
minor procedures	11
neck surgery	22
salivary gland surgery	11

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	97
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	69
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	17
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2014

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	30
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	24
doctor visit	239
excision	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	87
lymph node procedures	24
minimally invasive procedures	87
neck surgery	24

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	198
Female	144

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	274
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	138
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	40
Less than 65	76

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2015

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, lymph node procedures and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	14
dissection	23
doctor visit	238
excision	37
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	99
lymph node procedures	37
minimally invasive procedures	99
neck surgery	23
open surgery	14
salivary gland surgery	14

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	107
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	159
Black	0
Hispanic	17
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	79
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	24
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2016

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	25
Dementia	9
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, diagnostic procedures and dissection.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	16
diagnostic procedures	30
dissection	22
doctor visit	222
excision	22
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	107
lymph node procedures	22
minimally invasive procedures	123
minor procedures	16
neck surgery	22

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	74

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	154
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	42
85 and over	23
Less than 65	29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2017

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	28
Diabetes	27
Dementia	9
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	14
doctor visit	169
excision	14
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	77
lymph node procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	77
neck surgery	14

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	83
Female	62

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	16
Less than 65	19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2018

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	11
doctor visit	180
excision	11
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	73
lymph node procedures	11
minimally invasive procedures	73
neck surgery	11

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	54

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	57
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	14
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2019

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	20
doctor visit	126
excision	20
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	93
lymph node procedures	20
minimally invasive procedures	93
neck surgery	20

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	97
Female	66

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	136
Black	0
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	14
Less than 65	14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2020

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	22
Dementia	9
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	101
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	93
minimally invasive procedures	93

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	138
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	21
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2021

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	26
Dementia	10
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, dissection and neck surgery.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

dissection	12
doctor visit	100
excision	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	85
lymph node procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	85
neck surgery	12

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	74
Female	49

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	110
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	51
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD in 2022

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	28
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated as an otolaryngologist in New Haven, CT were minimally invasive procedures, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, excision and lymph node procedures.

aspiration	14
diagnostic procedures	16
dissection	19
doctor visit	191
excision	21
gastrointestinal procedures	12
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	84
lymph node procedures	21
minimally invasive procedures	90
minor procedures	14
neck surgery	19
open surgery	13
salivary gland surgery	12

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	67

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	1
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	133
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	6
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	47
85 and over	16
Less than 65	25
65 to 74	68

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	12
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD graduated from Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College. He completed residency at Georgetown University Hospital. He has a state license in New York.

Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College

Residency: Georgetown University Hospital

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Yale New Haven Health

Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale Medicine

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CorVel, Great-West Healthcare, WellCare, MultiPlan, Community Care Network (CCN), United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Consumer Health Network, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Focus Health Solutions, Prime Health, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), TRICARE - HEALTH NET FEDERAL, COMPWORKS, HEALTHCARE VALUE MANAGEMENT, MANAGED COMP, HUSKY, TRICARE/CHAMPUS and PREFERRED HEALTH WORKS.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CorVel

Great-West Healthcare

WellCare

MultiPlan

Community Care Network (CCN)

United Healthcare

Aetna

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

Consumer Health Network

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

Anthem

ConnectiCare

Focus Health Solutions

Prime Health

First Health

Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)

TRICARE - HEALTH NET FEDERAL

COMPWORKS

HEALTHCARE VALUE MANAGEMENT

MANAGED COMP

HUSKY

TRICARE/CHAMPUS

PREFERRED HEALTH WORKS

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Benjamin Lapsley Judson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.	$4,527 Da Vinci Surgical System $4,527

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$3,401
Food and Beverage	$1,127

Biography

Dr. Benjamin Judson works as an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). His areas of expertise include salivary gland tumor, thyroid problems, and pharynx cancer. Dr. Judson is professionally affiliated with Yale New Haven Health. He appears to be an in-network provider for Anthem, ConnectiCare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. His practice in New Haven, CT is open to new patients as reported by Yale New Haven Health. Before completing his residency at Georgetown University Hospital, Dr. Judson attended medical school at Thomas Jefferson University, Jefferson Medical College.