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Dr. Laurie Tarnell, MD

Dr. Laurie Tarnell, MD

Dedham, MA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tarnell, Internist in Dedham, MA?

    Dr. Laurie Tarnell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dedham, MA. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarnell graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Faulkner Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Tarnell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarnell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarnell’s office at (781) 493-3560.

    Where did Dr. Tarnell go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Faulkner Hosp, Internal Medicine | Faulkner Hospital | FAULKNER HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Tarnell board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Laurie Tarnell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tarnell speak?

    Dr. Tarnell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tarnell treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Tarnell diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tarnell. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Parkinsonism
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Parkinson's Syndrome
    • Atypical Parkinsonism
    • Secondary Parkinsonism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Which procedures does Dr. Tarnell perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Laurie Tarnell may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tarnell's office.

    Does Dr. Tarnell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tarnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 493-3560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tarnell accept in Dedham, MA?

    Dr. Tarnell in Dedham, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • IHC / SelectHealth

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • Student Assurance Service

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Tarnell's office located?

    Dr. Laurie Tarnell's Primary Practice

    1 Lyons St

    Dedham, MA 02026

    (781) 493-3560

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    What is Dr. Tarnell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tarnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497752034.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarnell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarnell

    What is Dr. Laurie Tarnell's specialty?

    Dr. Tarnell is a Internist near Dedham, MA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Tarnell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laurie Tarnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tarnell is affiliated with New England Baptist Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, West Park Hospital, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham, Tufts Medical Center, Mount Auburn Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Laurie Tarnell accepting new patients in Dedham, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Laurie Tarnell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laurie Tarnell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tarnell's office at (781) 493-3560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurie Tarnell?

    Please contact Dr. Tarnell's office at (781) 493-3560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurie Tarnell have?

    Dr. Laurie Tarnell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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