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Dr. Sophia Bechek, MD

Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

South Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bechek, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. Sophia Bechek, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bechek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bechek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bechek’s office at (617) 667-3110.

    What languages does Dr. Bechek speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bechek typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bechek 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. Bechek. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bechek typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bechek 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. Bechek. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Bechek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bechek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 667-3110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bechek accept in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. Bechek in South Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bechek's office located?

    Dr. Sophia Bechek's Primary Practice

    324 Gannett Dr Ste 200

    South Portland, ME 04106

    (617) 667-3110

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    Dr. Sophia Bechek's Practice 2

    55 Fruit St

    Boston, MA 02114

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    Dr. Sophia Bechek's Practice 3

    330 Brookline Ave

    Boston, MA 02215

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

    Dr. Bechek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679100945.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bechek?

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

    What is Dr. Sophia Bechek's specialty?

    Dr. Bechek is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near South Portland, ME.

    What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?

    A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.

    Is Dr. Sophia Bechek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bechek is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital 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

    When to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Sophia Bechek accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Sophia Bechek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sophia Bechek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bechek's office at (617) 667-3110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sophia Bechek?

    Please contact Dr. Bechek's office at (617) 667-3110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bechek's office located?

    Dr. Bechek's offices are located in South Portland, ME and Boston, MA.