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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bascom, Cardiologist in Scarborough, ME?
Dr. Karen Bascom, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Scarborough, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bascom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bascom’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bascom’s office at (207) 885-9905.
What languages does Dr. Bascom speak?
Dr. Bascom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bascom treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bascom 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. Bascom. 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:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bascom perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Bascom may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bascom's office.
Does Dr. Bascom accept my insurance?
Dr. Bascom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 885-9905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bascom accept in Scarborough, ME?
Dr. Bascom in Scarborough, 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bascom's office located?
What is Dr. Bascom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bascom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922311471.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bascom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bascom
What is Dr. Karen Bascom's specialty?
Dr. Bascom is a Cardiologist near Scarborough, 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. Bascom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Bascom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bascom is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Northern Light Mercy Hospital, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Biddeford 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 Karen Bascom accepting new patients in Scarborough, ME?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bascom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Bascom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bascom's office at (207) 885-9905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Bascom?
Please contact Dr. Bascom's office at (207) 885-9905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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