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Who is Dr. Berman, Internist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Kirsten Berman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Berman completed her residency at Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berman’s office at (207) 879-3000.
Where did Dr. Berman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Auburn Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Berman board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Berman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Berman speak?
Dr. Berman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Berman treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Berman 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. Berman. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Posture
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Poor Posture
- Postural Imbalance
- Stooped Posture
ICD-10 Codes:
- R293: Abnormal posture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Repeated Falls
- Falls
- Frequent Falling
- Recurrent Falls
- Balance Problems Leading to Falls
ICD-10 Codes:
- R296: Repeated falls
Which procedures does Dr. Berman perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kirsten Berman may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berman's office.
Does Dr. Berman accept my insurance?
Dr. Berman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 879-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berman accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Berman 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maine
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Berman's office located?
Dr. Kirsten Berman's Primary Practice
175 Fore River Pkwy
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 879-3000
What is Dr. Berman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043280431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berman
What is Dr. Kirsten Berman's specialty?
Dr. Berman is a Internist near Portland, ME.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Berman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kirsten Berman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Berman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mid Coast Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?
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Is Kirsten Berman accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Berman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirsten Berman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berman's office at (207) 879-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirsten Berman?
Please contact Dr. Berman's office at (207) 879-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirsten Berman have?
Dr. Kirsten Berman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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