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Lara (Longo) Gaines, MD, Family Medicine, Houston, TX

Lara(Longo)GainesMD

Family Medicine Houston, TX

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Lara Longo Gaines, M.D., FAAFP, CHCQM Board Certified Family Medicine Physician and UM Medical Director. Experienced Administrative Medical Director with a demonstrated history in the insurance industry, specifically in managed care. Proficient in both MCG and InterQual.

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Summary

  • Experienced Administrative Medical Director with a demonstrated history in the insurance industry, specifically in Medicaid and Medicare managed care and Commercial line of business.
    Proficient in both MCG and InterQual. Current active licenses in TX, LA, WA, NM, AZ, and HI.
    Board Certified Family Medicine Physician skilled in Healthcare Consulting, Healthcare Management, and Primary Care.

Education & Training

  • University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
    University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonResidency, Family Medicine, 1998 - 2000
  • Baylor University Medical Center
    Baylor University Medical CenterInternship, Internal Medicine, 1995 - 1996
  • McGovern Medical School at UTHealth
    McGovern Medical School at UTHealthClass of 1995

Certifications & Licensure

  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 2014 - 2026
  • HI State Medical License
    HI State Medical License 2015 - 2026
  • TX State Medical License
    TX State Medical License 1996 - 2025
  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 2015 - 2025
  • LA State Medical License
    LA State Medical License 2020 - 2025
  • NM State Medical License
    NM State Medical License 2014 - 2024
  • AK State Medical License
    AK State Medical License 2000 - 2004
  • American Board of Family Medicine Family Medicine