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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ifantides, Family Medicine Specialist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Melissa Ifantides, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ifantides graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Ifantides is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ifantides’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ifantides’s office at (207) 490-7998.
Where did Dr. Ifantides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ifantides speak?
Dr. Ifantides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ifantides typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ifantides 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. Ifantides. 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:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ifantides typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ifantides 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. Ifantides. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Does Dr. Ifantides accept my insurance?
Dr. Ifantides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 490-7998 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ifantides accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Ifantides in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ifantides' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
60% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
60% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
60% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Melissa Ifantides a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ifantides has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ifantides, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Ifantides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ifantides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407992175.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ifantides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ifantides
What is Dr. Melissa Ifantides's specialty?
Dr. Ifantides is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portland, ME.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Melissa Ifantides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ifantides is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, York 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
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Is Melissa Ifantides accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Ifantides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Ifantides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ifantides's office at (207) 490-7998 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Ifantides?
Please contact Dr. Ifantides's office at (207) 490-7998 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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