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Dr. Deirdre Gramas, MD

Rockport, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gramas, Rheumatologist in Rockport, ME?

    Dr. Deirdre Gramas, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Rockport, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gramas graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Gramas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gramas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gramas’s office at (207) 921-3730.

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

    • Medical School: New York Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Gramas speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Gramas typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Gramas 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. Gramas. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
    • M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Age-Related Osteoporosis with Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging
    • Senile osteoporosis with broken bone
    • Elderly brittle bones with fracture
    • Osteoporosis fracture in older adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
    • M8000XD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Giant cell arteritis
    • Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Temporal arteritis
    • Horton's disease
    • Cranial arteritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M316: Other giant cell arteritis

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Gramas typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Gramas 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. Gramas. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Nail Trimming and Cleaning
    • Therapeutic Nail Debridement
    • Thick Nail Treatment
    • Fungal Nail Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more

    Also known as:

    • Declotting of Vascular Access Device
    • Catheter declotting
    • Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
    • Blocked port-a-cath treatment
    • Vascular access device unblocking

    CPT Codes:

    • 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter

    Does Dr. Gramas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gramas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 921-3730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gramas accept in Rockport, ME?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gramas' office located?

    Dr. Deirdre Gramas' Primary Practice

    817 Commercial St

    Rockport, ME 04856

    (207) 921-3730

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    Pen Bay Skin Center

    4 Glen Cove Dr Ste 201

    Rockport, ME 04856

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    Dr. Deirdre Gramas' Practice 3

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

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

    Dr. Gramas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467432583.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gramas?

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

    What is Dr. Deirdre Gramas's specialty?

    Dr. Gramas is a Rheumatologist near Rockport, ME.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is this Dr. Deirdre Gramas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gramas is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Mainegeneral 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Deirdre Gramas accepting new patients in Rockport, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Deirdre Gramas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Deirdre Gramas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gramas's office at (207) 921-3730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Deirdre Gramas?

    Please contact Dr. Gramas's office at (207) 921-3730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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