Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Lauren Almeida, PA in 2019
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lauren Almeida, PA treated during 2019 were hypertension and depression.
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Lauren Almeida, PA is in Cambridge, MA specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Lauren Almeida, PA is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) and CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION.
1493 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lauren Almeida, PA treated during 2019 were hypertension and depression.
Hypertension | 67 |
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High Cholesterol | 0 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 0 |
Depression | 57 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 0 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 0 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lauren Almeida, PA.
From 65 to 74 | 13 |
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From 75 to 84 | 0 |
85 and over | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lauren Almeida, PA treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, depression and chronic kidney disease.
Hypertension | 72 |
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High Cholesterol | 66 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 38 |
Depression | 56 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 50 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoperosis | 0 |
Atrial Fibrilation | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 47 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
The top procedures that Lauren Almeida, PA treated as in Cambridge, MA during 2021 were aspiration and injections.
Volume of procedures performed by Lauren Almeida, PA for Medicare patients.
aspiration | 49 |
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doctor visit | 82 |
injections | 49 |
Volume of procedures performed by Lauren Almeida, PA for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Lauren Almeida, PA treated as in Cambridge, MA were aspiration and injections.
aspiration | 49 |
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doctor visit | 82 |
injections | 49 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lauren Almeida, PA.
75 to 84 | 0 |
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85 and over | 0 |
Less than 65 | 0 |
65 to 74 | 1 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lauren Almeida, PA treated were hypertension, depression, high cholesterol and chronic kidney disease.
Hypertension | 13 |
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High Cholesterol | 6 |
Stroke | 0 |
Ischemic Heart Disease | 3 |
Depression | 11 |
Chronic Kidney Disease | 5 |
Asthma | 0 |
Osteoporosis | 0 |
Heart Failure | 0 |
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | 4 |
Diabetes | 0 |
Atrial Fibrillation | 0 |
Dementia | 0 |
Cancer | 0 |
She has a state license in Massachusetts.
Licensed In: Massachusetts
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These charts describe general payments received by Lauren Almeida, PA. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Orthofix Medical, Inc. |
$24
Physio-Stim $24 |
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Food and Beverage | $24 |
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Ms. Lauren Almeida practices orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. She has indicated that her clinical interests include replacement arthroplasty (joint replacement). She is affiliated with Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA).