Lauren Grimes, PA-C
Lauren Grimes, PA-C practices as part of a group medical physician assistant practice in Meriden, CT. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.24/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1676dNPPES updated 2021-10-03 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut.
MIPS Score
202393.24/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better9.22%
Connecticut avg: 3.9 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+4.1 pts)
9.22% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
145
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
112
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
141
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+19%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Oct 2, 2021
CMS-verified certification date
5 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363AM0700X
Mailing address
81 Randal Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Psychiatric
CMS Certification Number: 194121
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Lauren Grimes for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Meriden required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lauren Grimes
NPI records show Dr. Grimes as active with telehealth listed in Meriden, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 694-8911.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Lauren Grimes
Practice Location
455 Lewis Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451
Mailing Address
81 Randal Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06110
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