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Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD

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Specializes in: Anatomic Pathology
SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2006 - 2013)
Professional interests include: thyroid problems, head and neck cancer
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114

Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD is an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA specializing in anatomic pathology. She graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2013 and has 12 years of experience. Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD is affiliated with UCLA Health, UCLA PATHOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE GROUP and UCLA West Valley Medical Center.

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Office Locations

55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114
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Some issues Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD 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.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 25%

By Volume:

intraoperative pathology consultation

In 2013, Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD performed more intraoperative pathology consultation procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of providers in related specialties within Massachusetts.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2016 were consultation, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 119
lab tests 29
second opinions 28

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 186
Female 93
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 242
Black 15
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 133
From 75 to 84 102
85 and over 19
Less than 65 25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2016

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2016 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 19
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 13
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 27
Dementia 6
Cancer 28

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2017 were consultation, lab tests and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 205
lab tests 130
second opinions 48

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 324
Female 149
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 381
Black 19
Hispanic 23
Asian 23
Other 27
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 243
From 75 to 84 159
85 and over 35
Less than 65 36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2017

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2017 were hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 24
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 12
Diabetes 26
Dementia 8
Cancer 35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2018 were lab tests, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 93
lab tests 139
second opinions 23

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 335
Female 191
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 354
Black 33
Hispanic 47
Asian 59
Other 33
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 300
From 75 to 84 134
85 and over 42
Less than 65 50

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2018

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2018 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 37
Depression 25
Chronic Kidney Disease 38
Asthma 8
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 11
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 32
Dementia 9
Cancer 30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2019 were lab tests and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 32
lab tests 61

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 234
Female 113
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 257
Black 0
Hispanic 34
Asian 32
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 181
From 75 to 84 108
85 and over 22
Less than 65 36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2019 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 68
High Cholesterol 69
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 35
Asthma 10
Osteoperosis 11
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 30
Dementia 8
Cancer 30

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2020 were lab tests and consultation.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 47
lab tests 47

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 233
Female 100
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 236
Black 13
Hispanic 37
Asian 30
Other 17
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 184
From 75 to 84 93
85 and over 18
Less than 65 38

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 23
Chronic Kidney Disease 39
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 31
Dementia 7
Cancer 35

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2021 were lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

lab tests 59

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 153
Female 120
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 184
Black 11
Hispanic 34
Asian 27
Other 17
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 149
From 75 to 84 85
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2021 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 68
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 42
Depression 21
Chronic Kidney Disease 37
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 10
Diabetes 32
Dementia 7
Cancer 22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2022 were consultation and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 65
lab tests 61

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 258
Female 119
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 271
Black 19
Hispanic 25
Asian 36
Other 26
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 182
From 75 to 84 137
85 and over 29
Less than 65 29

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 17
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 15
Diabetes 31
Dementia 5
Cancer 39

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA during 2023 were lab tests, consultation and second opinions.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

consultation 60
lab tests 87
second opinions 18

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 295
Female 140
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 308
Black 14
Hispanic 41
Asian 42
Other 30
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 236
From 75 to 84 143
85 and over 22
Less than 65 34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, cancer and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 72
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 23
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 15
Heart Failure 14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 14
Diabetes 29
Dementia 3
Cancer 41

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2016 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated as an anatomic pathologist in Boston, MA were consultation, lab tests and second opinions.

consultation 88
lab tests 76
second opinions 29

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2016 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD.

Gender
Male 252
Female 128
Ethnicity
Black / African American 15
Asian / Pacific Islander 31
Non-Hispanic White 279
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 30
Other 18
Age
75 to 84 120
85 and over 23
Less than 65 31
65 to 74 201

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD From 2016 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 69
High Cholesterol 66
Stroke 3
Ischemic Heart Disease 36
Depression 22
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 10
Osteoporosis 12
Heart Failure 15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 13
Diabetes 29
Atrial Fibrillation 12
Cancer 32
Dementia 6

Education & Training

Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 2013. She completed residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. She is certified by the Pathology-Anatomic, American Board of Pathology and has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (2013)

Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital (2016)

Board Certification: Pathology-Anatomic, American Board of Pathology (2016)

Licensed In: Massachusetts

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCLA Health
UCLA PATHOLOGY AND LABORATORY MEDICINE GROUP
UCLA West Valley Medical Center

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. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Aetna, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage, Prime Health, First Health, HealthSmart, Health Net of California, Centivo and UFCM Health System.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD accepts the following insurance providers:

Cigna
TRICARE
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Aetna
Blue Shield of California
MultiPlan
Anthem
UnitedHealthcare
Medicare Advantage
Prime Health
First Health
HealthSmart
Health Net of California
Centivo
UFCM Health System

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Dipti Prasad Sajed, MD, PhD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
LEICA MICROSYSTEMS INC. $2,250 Digital Microscopes
$2,250
Coherus Biosciences Inc. $142
$142
Types of Payments
Consulting Fee $2,250
Food and Beverage $142

Biography

Dr. Dipti Sajed is an anatomic pathology specialist. In her practice, Dr. Sajed focuses on thyroid problems and head and neck cancer. She is professionally affiliated with UCLA Health. Dr. Sajed graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and then she performed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Sajed appears to be an in-network provider for Anthem, UnitedHealthcare, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers.

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