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Dr. Laurie Molinda, MD

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Molinda, Internist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Laurie Molinda, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Molinda completed her residency at Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Molinda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Molinda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Molinda’s office.

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

    • Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Molinda board certified as an Internist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Molinda speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Molinda typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Molinda 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. Molinda. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Generalized Muscle Atrophy
    • Widespread Muscle Loss
    • Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Molinda typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Molinda performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Molinda. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Molinda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Molinda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Molinda accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Molinda in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HCH Administration

    • Highmark Health

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Molinda's office located?

    Dr. Laurie Molinda's Primary Practice

    526 N Saint Cloud St Ste 1601

    Allentown, PA 18104

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

    Dr. Molinda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538325873.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Molinda?

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

    What is Dr. Laurie Molinda's specialty?

    Dr. Molinda is a Internist near Allentown, PA.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

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

    No, Molinda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Monongahela Valley Hospital, Clarion Hospital, Jefferson Hospital - Pennsylvania. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Laurie Molinda accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Laurie Molinda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Molinda's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laurie Molinda?

    Please contact Dr. Molinda's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laurie Molinda have?

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

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