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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Griffin, Surgeon in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. John Griffin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Biddeford, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (877) 878-3289.
Where did Dr. Griffin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Griffin board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Griffin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?
Dr. Griffin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Griffin treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89623: Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Severe Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Skin Condition
- Advanced Leg Ulcer
- Serious Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97828: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with other specified severity
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Open wound on foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Foot cut
- Foot gash
- Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91301D: Unspecified open wound, right foot, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other Skin Changes
- Skin Condition
- Unusual Skin Symptoms
- Skin Discoloration
- Skin Texture Changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R238: Other skin changes
Which procedures does Dr. Griffin perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Griffin may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Griffin's office.
Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?
Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 878-3289 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. Griffin in Biddeford, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boston Medical Center
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Maine
State of Massachusetts
State of New Hampshire
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?
Dr. John Griffin's Primary Practice
1 Medical Center Dr
Biddeford, ME 04005
(877) 878-3289
What is Dr. Griffin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073526307.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Griffin
What is Dr. John Griffin's specialty?
Dr. Griffin is a Surgeon near Biddeford, ME. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Griffin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Griffin 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 John Griffin accepting new patients in Biddeford, ME?
Yes, Dr. John Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Griffin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (877) 878-3289 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Griffin?
Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (877) 878-3289 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Griffin have?
Dr. John Griffin is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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