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Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD

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Specializes in: Ophthalmology (Eye Disease) and Surgery
SUNY Upstate Medical University
Professional interests include: eye problems, blepharoplasty, tear duct problems (lacrimal apparatus), and more.
800 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115

Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD is an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA specializing in ophthalmology (eye disease) and surgery. He graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Revere Medical and Massachusetts General Hospital.

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Office Locations

1400 Vfw Parkway Boston Vahcs (523)
West Roxbury, MA 02132
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150 S Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02130
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243 Charles Street
Boston, MA 02114
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Massachusetts General Hospital

800 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 936-6160
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Revere Medical

980 Washington Street Suite 120
Dedham, MA 02026
(781) 251-2222
(781) 234-0279
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Some issues Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD can help you with:

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove excess tissue around the eyelids. With aging, skin loses elasticity. In some people, skin can pool around the eyes causing wrinkles, puffiness, under-eye bags, and drooping.

During a blepharoplasty, tiny incisions are made under local anesthesia, and any excess skin or underlying tissue is removed from the eyelids. The procedure takes between one and three hours, and patients may have bruising and swelling around their eyes for a few days afterwards. Icing the area may help.

The surgery is sometimes done along with other facial surgery as part of a facelift. Typically, a blepharoplasty is considered cosmetic. In severe cases, however, upper eyelids may droop so significantly that they make it hard to see. In these cases, blepharoplasty may be considered a necessary treatment.

Eye Problems

Millions of people every year have problems with their eyes. Some of the most common eye problems are refractive disorders, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and cataracts.

Refractive disorders happen when the shape of the eye doesn't let allow someone focus very precisely. They might be myopic (nearsighted), hyperopic (farsighted), or have an astigmatism, which is a focus problem caused by the cornea. Refractive disorders can be corrected by glasses or contacts.

Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States. It happens when fluid pressure builds up within the eye and damages the optic nerve. It is treated with medications and surgery.

Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes. The retina is tissue at the back of the eye that is filled with numerous, tiny blood vessels. When diabetes damages these delicate blood vessels, they burst or leak, leading to blind spots and blurred vision. Diabetic retinopathy can be treated with laser therapy and surgery, but often vision cannot be restored.

Macular degeneration is common in older adults. The macula is the central part of the retina and is responsible for crisp center vision. Over time, the cells in the macula begin to die, making central vision blurry. An early symptom of macular degeneration is that straight lines appear wavy.

Cataracts happen when the clear lens in the front of the eye becomes cloudy, making things look blurry or faded. They are extremely common in older people. By age 80, more than half of all Americans will have had a cataract. In early stages, prescription glasses and magnifying lenses can help. As the cataracts get worse, surgery to replace the lens may be the best option.

More than just one of the five senses, the eyes are heavily relied upon to communicate, work, and get around every day. It's important to have regular eye exams for vision stays in good shape for years to come.

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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2023

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Top 25%

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In 2012, Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD had a list price for visual field test that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2013 were eye procedures, lacrimal (tearing system) procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 67
excision 30
eye procedures 242
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 35
plastic surgery procedures 26
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 30

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 81
Female 100
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 150
Black 12
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 79
From 75 to 84 52
85 and over 25
Less than 65 25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2013

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 30
Dementia 10
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2014 were eye procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), excision and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 97
excision 38
eye procedures 379
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 32
plastic surgery procedures 33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 38

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 107
Female 164
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 211
Black 22
Hispanic 21
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 115
From 75 to 84 77
85 and over 40
Less than 65 39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2014

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 54
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 27
Dementia 8
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2015 were eye procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), excision and lacrimal (tearing system) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 214
excision 41
eye procedures 275
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 33
plastic surgery procedures 11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 41

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 180
Female 348
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 392
Black 44
Hispanic 52
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 242
From 75 to 84 154
85 and over 66
Less than 65 66

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2015

Hypertension 64
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 8
Heart Failure 10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 6
Diabetes 26
Dementia 8
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2016 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 271
excision 21
eye procedures 314
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 14
plastic surgery procedures 33
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 21

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 129
Female 201
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 258
Black 29
Hispanic 28
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 136
From 75 to 84 113
85 and over 38
Less than 65 43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2016

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 25
Dementia 10
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2017 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 229
excision 39
eye procedures 410
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 16
plastic surgery procedures 46
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 39

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 144
Female 205
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 290
Black 20
Hispanic 26
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 142
From 75 to 84 117
85 and over 44
Less than 65 46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2017

Hypertension 67
High Cholesterol 40
Stroke 6
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 28
Dementia 9
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2018 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 247
excision 30
eye procedures 435
plastic surgery procedures 79
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 30

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 126
Female 263
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 322
Black 19
Hispanic 27
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 163
From 75 to 84 140
85 and over 56
Less than 65 30

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2018

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 53
Stroke 5
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 12
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 28
Dementia 12
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2019 were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 220
excision 24
eye procedures 219
plastic surgery procedures 39
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 24

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 95
Female 186
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 242
Black 11
Hispanic 17
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 115
From 75 to 84 105
85 and over 34
Less than 65 27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2019

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 28
Depression 27
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 24
Dementia 13
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2020 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 62
eye procedures 50

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 27
Female 69
Age
From 65 to 74 48
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2020

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 50
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 19
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 14
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2021 were eye procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 148
eye procedures 14

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 52
Female 79
Age
From 65 to 74 56
From 75 to 84 51
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2021

Hypertension 61
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 16
Dementia 0
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA during 2022 were eye procedures and plastic surgery procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 171
eye procedures 45
plastic surgery procedures 16

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 49
Female 86
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 48
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD in 2022

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 17
Asthma 14
Osteoperosis 27
Atrial Fibrilation 21
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 13
Dementia 0
Cancer 23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated as an ophthalmologist in West Roxbury, MA were eye procedures, plastic surgery procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and excision.

doctor visit 158
excision 31
eye procedures 238
lacrimal (tearing system) procedures 26
plastic surgery procedures 35
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 31

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD.

Gender
Male 90
Female 154
Ethnicity
Black / African American 14
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 169
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 15
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 80
85 and over 27
Less than 65 25
65 to 74 105

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension 58
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 1
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 20
Asthma 7
Osteoporosis 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 21
Atrial Fibrillation 10
Dementia 6
Cancer 10

Education & Training

Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD graduated from SUNY Upstate Medical University. He completed residency at Nassau University Medical Center. He is certified by the Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: SUNY Upstate Medical University

Residency: Nassau University Medical Center

Board Certification: Ophthalmology, American Board of Ophthalmology

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Daniel Robert Lefebvre, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Revere Medical
Massachusetts General Hospital

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General Payments

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

Payments by Company
Horizon Therapeutics plc $172 TEPEZZA
$172
Galderma Laboratories, L.P. $47
$47
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $219

Biography

Dr. Daniel Lefebvre is a specialist in surgery and ophthalmology (eye disease). Dr. Lefebvre's clinical interests include thyroid problems, blepharoplasty, and eye trauma. He is affiliated with Revere Medical, Massachusetts Eye and Ear, and Massachusetts General Hospital. He attended SUNY Upstate Medical University and then went on to complete his residency at Nassau University Medical Center.

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