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Dr. Lora Grimes, MD

Northampton, MA

17 Years of Experience

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Grimes, Family Medicine Specialist in Northampton, MA?

    Dr. Lora Grimes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Northampton, MA. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Grimes completed her residency at University of Arizona College of Medicine. Dr. Grimes is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Grimes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Grimes’s office at (413) 387-4100.

    Where did Dr. Grimes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Arizona College of Medicine

    • Residency: University of Arizona College of Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Arizona

    Is Dr. Grimes board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lora Grimes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Grimes speak?

    Dr. Grimes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Grimes treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Grimes 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. Grimes. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    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:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    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:

    • Chest Wall Pain
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Pleurisy pain', 'Devil's grip
    • Bornholm disease
    • Pleurodynia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0781: Pleurodynia

    What procedures does Dr. Grimes perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Grimes 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. Grimes. 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:

    • Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
    • Impacted earwax removal
    • Ear lavage
    • Ear syringing

    CPT Codes:

    • 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral

    Does Dr. Grimes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Grimes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 387-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Grimes accept in Northampton, MA?

    Dr. Grimes in Northampton, 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

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Grimes' office located?

    Dr. Lora Grimes' Primary Practice

    325 King St # B

    Northampton, MA 01060

    (413) 387-4100

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

    Dr. Grimes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518907724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Grimes?

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

    What is Dr. Lora Grimes's specialty?

    Dr. Grimes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Northampton, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Grimes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lora Grimes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Grimes is affiliated with Baystate 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Lora Grimes accepting new patients in Northampton, MA?

    No, Dr. Lora Grimes is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lora Grimes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (413) 387-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lora Grimes?

    Please contact Dr. Grimes's office at (413) 387-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lora Grimes have?

    Dr. Lora Grimes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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