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Dr. Douglas Wood, MD

Augusta, ME

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wood, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Douglas Wood, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Augusta, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Wood completed his residency at York Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (207) 466-2400.

    Where did Dr. Wood go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: York Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt

    Is Dr. Wood board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Wood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Wood may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 466-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Augusta, ME?

    Dr. Wood in Augusta, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Wood's Primary Practice

    10 Whitten Rd

    Augusta, ME 04330

    (207) 466-2400

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    Dr. Douglas Wood's Practice 2

    149 North St

    Waterville, ME 04901

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    Dr. Douglas Wood's Practice 3

    447 N Main St

    Pittsfield, ME 04967

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

    Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538117155.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Wood's specialty?

    Dr. Wood is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Augusta, 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 this Dr. Douglas Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wood 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

    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 Douglas Wood accepting new patients in Augusta, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Wood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (207) 466-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Wood?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (207) 466-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Wood have?

    Dr. Douglas Wood is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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