Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tretter, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Christopher Tretter, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tretter graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at McGill University Canada. Dr. Tretter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tretter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tretter’s office at (781) 744-8000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Tretter?
Dr. Christopher Tretter, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Tretter empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Clinical Trials, Prostate Cancer, Urologic Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the South Portland/ME community, Dr. Tretter is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Tretter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGill University Canada | McGill University
Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tretter speak?
Dr. Tretter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tretter treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tretter 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. Tretter. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does Dr. Tretter perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Tretter 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. Tretter. 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Tretter accept my insurance?
Dr. Tretter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tretter accept in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Tretter in South Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
USAA
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Where is Dr. Tretter's office located?
Dr. Christopher Tretter's Primary Practice
265 Western Ave Ste 2
South Portland, ME 04106
(781) 744-8000
What is Dr. Tretter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tretter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083648133.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tretter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tretter
What is Dr. Christopher Tretter's specialty?
Dr. Tretter is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near South Portland, ME. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Tretter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Tretter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tretter 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Christopher Tretter accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Tretter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Tretter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tretter's office at (781) 744-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Tretter?
Please contact Dr. Tretter's office at (781) 744-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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