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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bell, Rheumatologist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Stephen Bell, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME. Dr. Bell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bell’s office at (561) 626-9696.
What languages does Dr. Bell speak?
Dr. Bell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Bell typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Bell 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. Bell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Other Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Atypical psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis-related joint condition
- Unspecified psoriatic arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4059: Other psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Bell typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Bell may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Bell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bell accept my insurance?
Dr. Bell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 626-9696 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bell accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Bell in Bangor, 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
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bell's office located?
What is Dr. Bell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215425749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bell
What is Dr. Stephen Bell's specialty?
Dr. Bell is a Rheumatologist near Bangor, ME.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Stephen Bell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bell is affiliated with St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Cary Medical Center 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Bell accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Bell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Bell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (561) 626-9696 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bell?
Please contact Dr. Bell's office at (561) 626-9696 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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