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Dr. Laura Caron, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Augusta, ME

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Laura Caron, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Caron is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caron’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caron’s office at (207) 213-6713.

    Is Dr. Caron board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Caron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Caron speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caron 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. Caron. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Caron may include:

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

    Does Dr. Caron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 213-6713 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Caron's office located?

    Dr. Laura Caron's Primary Practice

    219 Capitol St Ste 5

    Augusta, ME 04330

    (207) 213-6713

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    Dr. Laura Caron's Practice 2

    23 Bowdoin St

    Manchester, ME 04351

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

    Dr. Caron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528034303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caron?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Caron's specialty?

    Dr. Caron 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. Laura Caron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caron is affiliated with Mainegeneral Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay 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. Laura Caron accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Caron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Caron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caron's office at (207) 213-6713 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Caron?

    Please contact Dr. Caron's office at (207) 213-6713 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Caron's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Caron have?

    Dr. Laura Caron is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.