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Dr. Scott Hamilton, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sanford, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hamilton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sanford, ME?

    Dr. Scott Hamilton, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sanford, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hamilton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hamilton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hamilton’s office at (207) 363-4321.

    What languages does Dr. Hamilton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamilton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hamilton 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. Hamilton. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hamilton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Hamilton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hamilton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hamilton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 363-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hamilton accept in Sanford, ME?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Dr. Scott Hamilton's Primary Practice

    25 June St

    Sanford, ME 04073

    (207) 363-4321

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    Dr. Scott Hamilton's Practice 2

    15 Hospital Dr

    York, ME 03909

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    Dr. Scott Hamilton's Practice 3

    1 Medical Center Dr

    Biddeford, ME 04005

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

    Dr. Hamilton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548422819.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hamilton?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Hamilton's specialty?

    Dr. Hamilton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sanford, ME.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Scott Hamilton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hamilton is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Biddeford, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Northern Light Mercy 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Scott Hamilton accepting new patients in Sanford, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Hamilton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Hamilton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (207) 363-4321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Hamilton?

    Please contact Dr. Hamilton's office at (207) 363-4321 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hamilton's office located?

    Dr. Hamilton's offices are located in Sanford, ME, York, ME, and Biddeford, ME.