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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Withers, Surgeon in Portland, ME?
Dr. Laura Withers, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Withers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Withers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Withers’s office at (207) 774-2381.
Is Dr. Withers board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Laura Withers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Withers speak?
Dr. Withers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Withers treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Withers diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Withers. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- General Burn Injury
- Burns
- Thermal Injury
- Fire Burn
- Scald Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Withers perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Withers may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Withers' office.
Does Dr. Withers accept my insurance?
Dr. Withers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 774-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Withers accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Withers in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maine
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Withers' office located?
Dr. Laura Withers' Primary Practice
887 Congress St Ste 210
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 774-2381
What is Dr. Withers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Withers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104098110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Withers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Withers
What is Dr. Laura Withers's specialty?
Dr. Withers is a Surgeon near Portland, ME. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Withers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Withers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Withers is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Surgeon?
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Is Laura Withers accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Laura Withers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Withers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Withers's office at (207) 774-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Withers?
Please contact Dr. Withers's office at (207) 774-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Withers have?
Dr. Laura Withers is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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