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Dr. Rebecca Kalman, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kalman, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Rebecca Kalman, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kalman graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL. Dr. Kalman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalman’s office at (207) 482-7800.

    Where did Dr. Kalman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL

    What languages does Dr. Kalman speak?

    Dr. Kalman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kalman typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kalman 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. Kalman. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kalman typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kalman performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kalman. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kalman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kalman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 482-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kalman accept in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Kalman in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kalman's office located?

    Dr. Rebecca Kalman's Primary Practice

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

    (207) 482-7800

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    Dr. Rebecca Kalman's Practice 2

    144 US Route 1 Ste 2

    Scarborough, ME 04074

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    Dr. Rebecca Kalman's Practice 3

    324 Gannett Dr Ste 200

    South Portland, ME 04106

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    What is Dr. Kalman's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kalman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043479470.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalman?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalman

    What is Dr. Rebecca Kalman's specialty?

    Dr. Kalman is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Portland, ME.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    A specialist with advanced knowledge and skills, an anesthesiologist works to lessen the suffering of patients with life-limiting conditions. This professional works alongside an interdisciplinary team in hospice or palliative care to enhance the quality of life while addressing the multifaceted physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease process, during the dying phase, and beyond for the family. Assessing patients with advanced illnesses, controlling distressing symptoms, arranging multidisciplinary care centered on the patient and family in different settings, utilizing hospice and other specialized care systems, supervising the care of patients nearing death, and handling ethical and legal concerns in end-of-life care are all skills that this expert possesses.

    Is Dr. Rebecca Kalman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kalman is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Rebecca Kalman accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kalman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rebecca Kalman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kalman's office at (207) 482-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rebecca Kalman?

    Please contact Dr. Kalman's office at (207) 482-7800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kalman's office located?

    Dr. Kalman's offices are located in Portland, ME, Scarborough, ME, and South Portland, ME.