31 Years of Experience
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. She has been practicing for over 31 years. 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 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 a Rheumatologist like Dr. Leaird typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Leaird typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alma Leaird may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Leaird's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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. Alma Leaird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Leaird is affiliated with St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Unc Health Pardee, Northern Light Eastern 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. 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 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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