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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brett, Cardiologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Craig Brett, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Brett completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brett’s office.
Where did Dr. Brett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Virginia Mason Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt
Is Dr. Brett board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Brett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brett speak?
Dr. Brett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brett treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Brett 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. Brett. 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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Brett perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Brett 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. Brett. 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:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Brett accept my insurance?
Dr. Brett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brett accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Brett 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brett's office located?
What is Dr. Brett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841270535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brett
What is Dr. Craig Brett's specialty?
Dr. Brett is a Cardiologist near Portland, ME. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Brett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Craig Brett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brett is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, MaineGeneral 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Craig Brett accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Craig Brett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Brett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brett's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Brett?
Please contact Dr. Brett's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Brett have?
Dr. Craig Brett is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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