Paula Oconnor, PA-C
Paula Oconnor is a Physician Assistant based in Falmouth, ME with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Paula Oconnor, PA-C runs an independent physician assistant practice in Falmouth, ME. A Boston University School of Medicine graduate since 2016, she brings 10+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows her patients commonly have high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis.
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 46% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Uses generic medications more than 51% of reporting doctors in Maine
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1677dNPPES updated 2021-10-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.37%
Maine avg: 5 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.7 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in Maine1.37% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.3%
Maine avg: 82 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MaineHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
127
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
546
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,123
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $184k
Percentile rankings compared against 387 reporting peers in Maine.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
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.
Graduated medical school · 2016
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Board certified · Oct 18, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Taxonomy: 363A00000X
Education & Training
Boston University School of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Virtual Medical Care With Paula Oconnor
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Paula Oconnor for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Falmouth 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 Paula Oconnor
Dr. Oconnor is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Falmouth, ME. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (207) 781-1600.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Paula Oconnor
Practice Location
5 Bucknam Rd Ste 2b, Falmouth, ME 04105-1209
Mailing Address
5 Bucknam Rd Ste 2b, Falmouth, ME 04105-1209
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