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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caires, Family Medicine Specialist in New Brighton, MN?
Dr. Lona Caires, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Brighton, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Caires is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caires’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caires’s office at (612) 706-4500.
What languages does Dr. Caires speak?
Dr. Caires and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caires typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caires 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. Caires. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Diabetes Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Caires typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caires 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. Caires. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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
Does Dr. Caires accept my insurance?
Dr. Caires accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 706-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caires accept in New Brighton, MN?
Dr. Caires in New Brighton, MN 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 Minnesota
HealthPartners
Jefferson Health
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Caires' office located?
Dr. Lona Caires' Primary Practice
1151 Silver Lake Rd NW
New Brighton, MN 55112
(612) 706-4500
What is Dr. Caires's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caires's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639273113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caires?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caires
What is Dr. Lona Caires's specialty?
Dr. Caires is a Family Medicine Specialist near New Brighton, MN.
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 this Dr. Lona Caires affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caires is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Fairview Ridges 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lona Caires accepting new patients in New Brighton, MN?
Yes, Dr. Lona Caires is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lona Caires offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caires's office at (612) 706-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lona Caires?
Please contact Dr. Caires's office at (612) 706-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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