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Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD

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(Dr. Karen Shanahan Dufour, M.D.)

(2 Ratings)

Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology

Brown University, Alpert Medical School (1984)

Professional interests include: Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), immunization (preventive vaccines), and more.

325 Boston Post Road
Orange, CT 06477

(203) 795-3354

Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD is a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Brown University, Alpert Medical School in 1984 and has 42 years of experience. Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD is affiliated with Yale New Haven Health, Northeast Medical Group (NEMG) and NORTHEAST MEDICAL GROUP INC.

Office Locations

Northeast Medical Group (NEMG)

325 Boston Post Road
Orange, CT 06477

(203) 795-0436

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Some issues Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Nutrition Counseling

Food is one of the most basic resources the human body uses for growth and energy, tied intricately to well-being. Not only can diet affect health, but certain conditions can affect how the body processes food. Nutrition is the study of this complex interaction, and when patients seek the advice of an expert to help them manage food in their life, it is called nutrition counseling.

At the most basic level, nutrition counseling can be simply a talk with a family physician. Doctors receive training in nutrition as part of their education, and they are generally qualified to make recommendations about diet for their patients. Some doctors take a professional interest in nutrition and become experts by taking extra classes or studying nutrition in their practice. In general, however, complex nutrition guidance will be referred to a nutrition specialist, generally a dietitian.

Registered dietitians are nutrition experts that have passed specific higher education, accreditation, and internship requirements. They may work in hospitals, nursing facilities, or private practices to provide nutrition therapy and advise patients about their health and diet. Like dietitians, nutritionists also work to counsel patients about food and health. Some nutritionists have degrees in nutrition or food science, but the title 'nutritionist' is not protected by law. In the United States, anyone is allowed to call themselves a nutritionist, regardless of their education level.

Nutrition counseling can be useful for anyone who is looking to get to a healthy weight, manage a chronic illness through diet, or simply lead a healthier lifestyle. Some examples of issues that benefit from nutrition counseling include:

Obesity
Eating disorders
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
Food allergies
Kidney disease
Digestive disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome
Cancer
Pregnancy or lactation
Participation in competitive sports

During a nutrition counseling appointment, the provider -- doctor, nutritionist, or dietitian -- typically will look over a the patient's medical history and talk to them about their current diet, their goals, what kinds of food they like, and any problems that they are currently struggling with in their health or diet. Then the specialist will help the patient set food goals and create a customized plan to help them meet their nutritional needs. Nutrition specialists may also offer classes, workshops, cooking demonstrations, and more. Their role is not to lecture the patient about what one should be eating, but to offer education and resources to make eating healthy foods easier.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

A1C test

urinalysis

By Affordability:

blood tests

urinalysis

urine tests

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Connecticut, Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD performed more A1C test, and urinalysis procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and she also had a list price for blood tests, urinalysis, and urine tests that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 25%

By Volume:

preventive care

By Affordability:

lab tests

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Connecticut, Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD performed more preventive care procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and she also had a list price for lab tests that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2012 were lab tests, preventive care, blood draw and thyroid function tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	619
cardiac procedures	16
diabetes management	183
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	968
gastrointestinal procedures	17
lab tests	2441
minimally invasive procedures	17
preventive care	769
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	17
thyroid function tests	293
vaccines	182

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2013 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	167
cardiac procedures	12
doctor visit	382
lab tests	276
preventive care	122
vaccines	96

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	91
Female	277

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	335
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	65
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2013

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2014 were blood draw, lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	339
cardiac procedures	14
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	430
gastrointestinal procedures	17
lab tests	315
minimally invasive procedures	17
preventive care	114
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	17
vaccines	83

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	310

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	384
Black	14
Hispanic	11
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	211
From 75 to 84	121
85 and over	70
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2014

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	25
Dementia	8
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2015 were lab tests, blood draw, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	265
diagnostic procedures	32
doctor visit	429
gastrointestinal procedures	45
lab tests	336
minimally invasive procedures	45
preventive care	249
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	32
vaccines	224

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	230
Female	598

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	756
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	396
From 75 to 84	246
85 and over	162
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2015

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Dementia	7
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2016 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	190
cardiac procedures	12
diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	466
gastrointestinal procedures	47
lab tests	334
minimally invasive procedures	47
preventive care	312
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
vaccines	253

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	319

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	399
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	17
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	226
From 75 to 84	119
85 and over	86
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2016

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	64
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	18
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2017 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	114
diagnostic procedures	16
doctor visit	377
gastrointestinal procedures	29
lab tests	309
minimally invasive procedures	29
preventive care	201
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	16
vaccines	188

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	320

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	395
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	209
From 75 to 84	135
85 and over	82
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	17
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2018 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	58
cardiac procedures	13
diagnostic procedures	42
doctor visit	334
gastrointestinal procedures	42
lab tests	265
minimally invasive procedures	42
preventive care	138
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	42
vaccines	109

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	122
Female	278

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	359
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	78
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2018

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	15
Dementia	8
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2019 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	55
diagnostic procedures	25
doctor visit	312
gastrointestinal procedures	25
lab tests	221
minimally invasive procedures	25
preventive care	115
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	25
vaccines	115

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	273

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	334
Black	13
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	163
From 75 to 84	128
85 and over	72
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2019

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	20
Dementia	10
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2020 were lab tests, preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	297
lab tests	204
preventive care	195
vaccines	183

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	127
Female	254

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	347
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	132
85 and over	63
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2020

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	18
Dementia	7
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2021 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	18
doctor visit	420
gastrointestinal procedures	18
lab tests	219
minimally invasive procedures	18
preventive care	93
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	18
vaccines	93

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	109
Female	259

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	336
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	150
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	66
Less than 65	12

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2021

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	17
Dementia	8
Cancer	19

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT during 2022 were lab tests, preventive care, vaccines and removal of lesion (e.g. growth).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

diabetes management	20
diagnostic procedures	32
doctor visit	395
gastrointestinal procedures	32
lab tests	182
minimally invasive procedures	32
preventive care	93
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	32
vaccines	73

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	105
Female	241

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	308
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	134
From 75 to 84	142
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	21
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	17
Dementia	8
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Orange, CT were lab tests, thyroid function tests, blood draw and preventive care.

blood draw	225
cardiac procedures	13
diabetes management	101
diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	437
gastrointestinal procedures	30
lab tests	463
minimally invasive procedures	30
preventive care	218
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	23
thyroid function tests	293
vaccines	145

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD.

**Gender**
Male	113
Female	284

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	6
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	359
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	1
Other	12

**Age**
75 to 84	129
85 and over	67
Less than 65	13
65 to 74	181

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	60
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoporosis	11
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	17
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Education & Training

Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD graduated from Brown University, Alpert Medical School in 1984. She completed residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She has a state license in Connecticut.

Medical School: Brown University, Alpert Medical School (1984)

Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Licensed In: Connecticut

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Yale New Haven Health

Northeast Medical Group (NEMG)

NORTHEAST MEDICAL GROUP INC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Neighborhood Health Plan, MagnaCare, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, Aetna, Oxford Health Plans, Medicare, Consumer Health Network, Medicaid, Cigna, Blue California, Anthem, ConnectiCare, Magellan Health Services, BEACON HEALTH OPTIONS (BEHAVIORAL), EVERNORTH (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ONLY), TRICARE/CHAMPUS, OPTUM (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ONLY) and VA COMMUNITY CARE NETWORK.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Neighborhood Health Plan

MagnaCare

MultiPlan

United Healthcare

Aetna

Oxford Health Plans

Medicare

Consumer Health Network

Medicaid

Cigna

Blue California

Anthem

ConnectiCare

Magellan Health Services

BEACON HEALTH OPTIONS (BEHAVIORAL)

EVERNORTH (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ONLY)

TRICARE/CHAMPUS

OPTUM (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ONLY)

VA COMMUNITY CARE NETWORK

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD has a good overall rating with an average of 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Orange, CT.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2017-02-28

Professional and knowledgeable doctor is hard to come by. She has many years of experience and always uses her talents to cure people. 
What a pleasure to work with a professional like her.

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Karen S. Dufour, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
GlaxoSmithKline, LLC.	$711 TANZEUM $316	ARNUITY $118	LEVITRA $86	ANORO $55	FLOVENT $39	Other $97
Novo Nordisk Inc	$594 NovoLog $232	Victoza $164	Tresiba $145	Saxenda $38	Levemir $15
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$475 BELSOMRA $161	JANUMET XR $88	JANUVIA $82	DULERA $70	PNEUMOVAX 23 $64	Other $11
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$386 FARXIGA $96	CRESTOR $91	MOVANTIK $39	BYDUREON PEN $37	SYMBICORT $36	Other $88
Lilly USA, LLC	$377 TRULICITY $130	GLYXAMBI $121	TRADJENTA $61	BASAGLAR $41	HUMALOG $24
Other	$3,035 Brintellix $189	TOUJEO $167	BREATHTEK $161	LINZESS $157	Vascepa $148	Other $2,212

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$5,400
Education	$178

Biography

Dr. Karen Dufour is an adult gastroenterology specialist in Orange, CT. These areas are among her clinical interests: thyroid problems, nutrition counseling, and colon cancer. Dr. Dufour is professionally affiliated with Northeast Medical Group (NEMG). She takes Magellan Health Services, Anthem, and Blue California, in addition to other insurance carriers. Yale New Haven Health reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Orange, CT. Before performing her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Dr. Dufour attended Brown University, Alpert Medical School.