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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Banach, Family Medicine Specialist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Laurel Banach, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Banach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banach’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banach’s office at (508) 860-7800.
What languages does Dr. Banach speak?
Dr. Banach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banach typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banach 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. Banach. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banach typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banach 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. Banach. 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
Does Dr. Banach accept my insurance?
Dr. Banach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 860-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Banach accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Banach in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Banach's office located?
What is Dr. Banach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Banach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831659713.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banach
What is Dr. Laurel Banach's specialty?
Dr. Banach is a Family Medicine Specialist near Worcester, MA.
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. Laurel Banach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Banach is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Laurel Banach accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Banach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurel Banach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Banach's office at (508) 860-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurel Banach?
Please contact Dr. Banach's office at (508) 860-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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