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Dr. Valerie O'hara, DO

South Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'hara, Pediatrician in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. Valerie O'hara, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. O'hara graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Maine Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. O'hara is fluent in English, Arabic, French, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'hara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'hara’s office at (207) 581-4969.

    Where did Dr. O'hara go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. O'hara board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie O'hara, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. O'hara speak?

    Dr. O'hara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. O'hara typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. O'hara 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. O'hara. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • BMI Class 3 Obesity
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3
    • E663: Overweight

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar risk
    • Borderline diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypertriglyceridemia
    • Elevated triglycerides
    • High blood fats

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia

    Also known as:

    • Excessive Hunger
    • Polyphagia
    • Increased Appetite
    • Extreme Hunger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R632: Polyphagia

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. O'hara typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie O'hara may include:

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

    Does Dr. O'hara accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'hara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 581-4969 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'hara accept in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. O'hara in South Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. O'hara's office located?

    Dr. Valerie O'hara's Primary Practice

    41 Donald B Dean Dr

    South Portland, ME 04106

    (207) 581-4969

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    Dr. Valerie O'hara's Practice 2

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

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

    Dr. O'hara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982624094.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'hara?

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

    What is Dr. Valerie O'hara's specialty?

    Dr. O'hara is a Pediatrician near South Portland, ME.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Valerie O'hara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'hara is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Valerie O'hara accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie O'hara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie O'hara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'hara's office at (207) 581-4969 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Valerie O'hara?

    Please contact Dr. O'hara's office at (207) 581-4969 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie O'hara have?

    Dr. Valerie O'hara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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