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Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD

(Alan S. Boyd, MD)

(339 Ratings)

Specializes in: General Practice and Dermatopathology

University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1986)

Professional interests include: acne, melanoma, squamous cell skin cancer, and more.

2839 Highway 231 North Suite 105
Shelbyville, TN 37160

(931) 685-0840

Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD is a general practitioner in Nashville, TN specializing in general practice and dermatopathology. He graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1986 and has 40 years of experience. Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD is affiliated with Vanderbilt Health and Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).

Office Locations

719 Thompson Lane Suite 26300 Vanderbilt Dermatology
Nashville, TN 37204

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Vanderbilt Health

2839 Highway 231 North Suite 105
Shelbyville, TN 37160

(931) 685-0840

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Some issues Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD can help you with:

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2023

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

Top 5%

By Volume:

ear biopsy

In 2023, Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD performed more ear biopsy procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Tennessee.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2012 were lab tests, diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	617
doctor visit	1022
lab tests	762
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	191
skin procedures	191

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2013 were diagnostic procedures, lab tests, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	699
doctor visit	1022
lab tests	356
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	224
skin procedures	224

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	647
Female	594

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1199
Black	28
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	558
From 75 to 84	402
85 and over	154
Less than 65	127

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	8
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2014 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	703
doctor visit	997
ear procedures	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	175
skin procedures	175

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	381
Female	385

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	731
Black	22
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	333
From 75 to 84	264
85 and over	83
Less than 65	86

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2014

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	29
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2015 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and abscess drainage.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

abscess drainage	16
diagnostic procedures	594
doctor visit	984
incision and drainage	16
minor procedures	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	185
skin procedures	185
skin surgery	16

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	752
Female	736

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1422
Black	30
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	730
From 75 to 84	440
85 and over	160
Less than 65	158

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2015

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2016 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	627
doctor visit	962
ear procedures	13
hospital care	11
inpatient care	11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	206
skin procedures	206

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	374
Female	356

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	697
Black	20
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	332
From 75 to 84	251
85 and over	86
Less than 65	61

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2016

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	9
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2017 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	647
doctor visit	919
ear procedures	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	189
skin procedures	189

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	373
Female	360

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	696
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	339
From 75 to 84	251
85 and over	81
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2017

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	33
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	31
Dementia	7
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2018 were diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures and ear procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	574
doctor visit	739
ear procedures	25
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	255
skin procedures	255

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	339
Female	315

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	632
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	304
From 75 to 84	227
85 and over	63
Less than 65	60

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2018

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	34
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	32
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	787
ear procedures	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	209
skin procedures	209

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	362
Female	288

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	619
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	315
From 75 to 84	219
85 and over	62
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2019

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	32
doctor visit	631
ear procedures	32
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	170
skin procedures	170

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	275
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	483
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	183
85 and over	52
Less than 65	28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2020

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	36
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	29
Dementia	5
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	587
ear procedures	23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	172
skin procedures	172

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	254
Female	209

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	446
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	163
85 and over	52
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2021

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	37
Asthma	3
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	29
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, ear procedures and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	24
doctor visit	421
ear procedures	24
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	155
skin procedures	155

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	201
Female	160

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	346
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	168
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	45
Less than 65	21

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	29
Dementia	4
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD treated as a general practitioner in Nashville, TN were lab tests, diagnostic procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and skin procedures.

abscess drainage	16
diagnostic procedures	414
doctor visit	824
ear procedures	22
hospital care	11
incision and drainage	16
inpatient care	11
lab tests	559
minor procedures	16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	193
skin procedures	193
skin surgery	16

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD.

**Gender**
Male	359
Female	330

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	12
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	661
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	229
85 and over	76
Less than 65	61
65 to 74	322

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD From 2012 - 2022

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

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	9
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD graduated from University of Texas Medical School at Houston in 1986. He completed residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is certified by the Dermatology - American Board of Dermatology and has a state license in Tennessee.

Medical School: University of Texas Medical School at Houston (1986)

Residency: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (1992)

Board Certification: Dermatology - American Board of Dermatology (1992)

Licensed In: Tennessee

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Vanderbilt Health

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 339 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Alan S. Boyd, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Nashville, TN.

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General Payments

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

**Payments by Company**
Abbott Laboratories	$166 Perclose ProGlide suture mediated closure system $166
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$123 DUPIXENT DUPILUMAB INJECTION $123
Medinol USA Inc	$80 NIRxcell $80

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$369

Biography

Dr. Alan Boyd is a physician who specializes in general practice and dermatopathology. Clinical interests for Dr. Boyd include basal cell carcinoma, allergic contact dermatitis, and rosacea. Patients gave him an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5). After completing medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and the University of Texas Medical School at Houston, Dr. Boyd performed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. He is professionally affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).