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Dr. Walter Love, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Augusta, ME

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Love, Family Medicine Specialist in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Walter Love, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Love graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Maine General Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Love is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Love’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Love’s office.

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

    • Residency: Maine General Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Maine Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Love board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Love, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Love speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Love typically treat?

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Love typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Love may include:

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

    Does Dr. Love accept my insurance?

    Dr. Love accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Love accept in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Love in Augusta, 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 Michigan

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Love's office located?

    Dr. Walter Love's Primary Practice

    15 E Chestnut St

    Augusta, ME 04330

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    Dr. Walter Love's Practice 2

    149 North St

    Waterville, ME 04901

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    What hospitals are Dr. Love affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Love has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus And Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
    Waldo County General Hospital,Belfast, ME

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

    Dr. Love's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104827120.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Love?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Love's specialty?

    Dr. Love is a Family Medicine Specialist near Augusta, ME.

    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 Dr. Walter Love affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Love is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainegeneral 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Walter Love accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Love is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Love offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Love's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Love?

    Please contact Dr. Love's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Love's office located?

    Dr. Love's offices are located in Augusta, ME and Waterville, ME.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Love have?

    Dr. Walter Love is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.