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Dr. Michael Dufresne, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Augusta, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dufresne, Family Medicine Specialist in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Michael Dufresne, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dufresne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dufresne’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dufresne’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Dufresne speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dufresne typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dufresne 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. Dufresne. 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.

    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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Neck Joint Dysfunction
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical spine dysfunction
    • Neck segmental dysfunction
    • Neck somatic dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dufresne typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Dufresne may include:

    Please contact Dr. Dufresne's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Dufresne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dufresne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dufresne accept in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Dufresne in Augusta, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dufresne's office located?

    Dr. Michael Dufresne's Primary Practice

    12 Shuman Ave Ste 6

    Augusta, ME 04330

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    Dr. Michael Dufresne's Practice 2

    23 Bowdoin St

    Manchester, ME 04351

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

    Dr. Dufresne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568579696.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dufresne?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Dufresne's specialty?

    Dr. Dufresne is a Family Medicine Specialist near Augusta, ME.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Michael Dufresne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dufresne is affiliated with Mainegeneral Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Central Maine Medical Center 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Michael Dufresne accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Dufresne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Dufresne offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Dufresne?

    Please contact Dr. Dufresne's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dufresne's office located?

    Dr. Dufresne's offices are located in Augusta, ME and Manchester, ME.