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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Leaird, Rheumatologist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Alma Leaird, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Leaird completed her residency at Med University Sc College Of Med. Dr. Leaird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Leaird’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leaird’s office at (865) 584-2071.
Where did Dr. Leaird go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med University Sc College Of Med
What languages does Dr. Leaird speak?
Dr. Leaird and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leaird treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Leaird 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. Leaird. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Leaird perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alma Leaird may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Leaird's office.
Does Dr. Leaird accept my insurance?
Dr. Leaird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 584-2071 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leaird accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Leaird in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AultCare
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Leaird's office located?
What is Dr. Leaird's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leaird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154408219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leaird?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leaird
What is Dr. Alma Leaird's specialty?
Dr. Leaird is a Rheumatologist near Bangor, ME. 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. Contact Dr. Leaird to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alma Leaird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leaird is affiliated with St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Aultman Hospital, Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Alma Leaird accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Alma Leaird is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alma Leaird offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leaird's office at (865) 584-2071 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alma Leaird?
Please contact Dr. Leaird's office at (865) 584-2071 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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