33 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kappelmann, Internist in Lewiston, ME?
Where did Dr. Kappelmann go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hosp Of St Raphael, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Tech De Santiago (Utesa)- Esc De Med- Santiago | Universidad Iberoamericana Escuella De Medicina
Is Dr. Kappelmann board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kappelmann, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kappelmann speak?
Dr. Kappelmann and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kappelmann typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kappelmann 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. Kappelmann. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kappelmann typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Kappelmann 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. Kappelmann. 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.
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Kappelmann accept my insurance?
Dr. Kappelmann accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 777-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kappelmann accept in Lewiston, ME?
Dr. Kappelmann in Lewiston, 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)
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kappelmann's office located?
Dr. Richard Kappelmann's Primary Practice
100 Campus Ave Ste 104
Lewiston, ME 04240
(207) 777-4100
What hospitals are Dr. Kappelmann affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kappelmann has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Kappelmann's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kappelmann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407881121.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kappelmann?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kappelmann
What is Dr. Richard Kappelmann's specialty?
What does an Internist do?
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.