Tamara Rimash, MD
Otolaryngologist
Associate Professor, Larner College of Medicine
Specialties
Otolaryngology
General information
Gender:
Female
Language:
Interpreter Services Available,
English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
Experience
Areas of Focus
- Nasal and Sinus
Education & Training
Fellowship
Lahey Clinic - Rhinology
Residency
The Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at The University of Vermont - Otolaryngology
Doctor of Medicine
University of New Mexico Hospital
Bachelor of Science
University of New Mexico Hospital - Biology
Bachelor of Science
Mcgill University - Psychology
Board Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology
Research & Academic Interests
- Topical Nasal Dressing
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Returning patients can request an in-person or video appointment with their provider.
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New and returning patients can request appointments by directly contacting the practice.
My Locations
University of Vermont Medical Center
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, West Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
Porter Medical Center
116 Porter Drive
Middlebury, VT 05753-1419
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.
Ear, Nose & Throat, University of Vermont Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Delta Dental
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Ear, Nose and Throat, Porter Medical Center
- Aetna
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) (HMO only)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / FEP / CBA
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Medicare Advantage)
- First Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- Medicaid (VT and NY)*
- Medicare*
- Multiplan / Private HealthCare Systems (PHCS) / Beech Street
- MVP (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare for Life – Skilled Nursing Facility
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan (excludes Carelon Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United / Optum Behavioral Health)
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (NY and VT)
*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last Updated: 5/28/2026
Patient Ratings & Comments
Most Recent Comments
May 17, 2026
This doctor shows me how happy she is that what we are doing for my health care is working ! I can smell and breathe through my nose now ! Very Exciting For Me !
May 12, 2026
She was extremely knowledgeable about my problem and shared a great deal of information with me which gave me much insight. Her technique with endoscopy was flawless!
April 26, 2026
Dr Rimash was excellent
April 18, 2026
Dr. Rimash is amazing. It is worth driving 3.5 hours to get to your facility.
March 18, 2026
I could not have asked for a better experience
March 15, 2026
Outstanding care once I was able to get an appointment.
March 12, 2026
Top marks for Dr. Rimash across the board! I would highly recommend her to anyone needing an ENT doctor.
February 20, 2026
Dr. Rimash is an excellent physician. She listens and she is very good at explaining what's going on.
December 24, 2025
Dr. Tamara Rimash was fabulous. Her friendliness and bedside manner was great. I left my visit with confident, reassured, and with a good understanding of what is going on. She definitely a doctor I would recommend to other potential patients.
December 10, 2025
I think that Dr. Rimarsh is an excellent practitioner. She is responsive and kind and has such a pleasant manner. I would trust her to help me manage any ENT problems that might arise.
December 5, 2025
Dr. Rimash is great! Warm and professional.
November 22, 2025
Dr. Rimash was the best part of the whole experience, very knowledgeable, thoughtful, sympathetic and genuine
November 13, 2025
I recommended her to a friend of mine
November 3, 2025
They are very professional and do their job perfect.
September 29, 2025
Dr. Rimash is top-tier: knowledgeable, a clear communicator and her demeanor makes me feel like the only patient on the floor. A consistently superior experience!
September 17, 2025
Dr. Rimash is excellent. She is courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. I would highly recommend her to others.
August 24, 2025
Dr. Rimash is great!