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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parker, Nephrologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Paul Parker, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Parker is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parker’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parker’s office at (207) 774-5222.
Is Dr. Parker board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Parker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Parker speak?
Dr. Parker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
German
What conditions does Dr. Parker treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Parker 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. Parker. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Low Potassium
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Low Magnesium Levels
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hypomagnesemia
- Magnesium Deficiency
- Magnesium Imbalance
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8342: Hypomagnesemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Caused by Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renal Hypertension
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure due to Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I151: Hypertension secondary to other renal disorders
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Parker perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Parker may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Parker's office.
Does Dr. Parker accept my insurance?
Dr. Parker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 774-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parker accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Parker 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
Apex Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parker's office located?
Dr. Paul Parker's Primary Practice
1600 Congress St Ste B
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 774-5222
What is Dr. Parker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649278029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parker
What is Dr. Paul Parker's specialty?
Dr. Parker is a Nephrologist near Portland, ME. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Parker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Parker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parker 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
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Is Paul Parker accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Paul Parker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Parker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (207) 774-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Parker?
Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (207) 774-5222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Parker have?
Dr. Paul Parker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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