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Dr. Allen Bruce, MD, PHD

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bruce, Dermatologist in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Allen Bruce, MD, PHD is a Dermatologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Bruce is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruce’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruce’s office at (207) 282-3010.

    Where did Dr. Bruce go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Bruce board certified in Dermatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Allen Bruce, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Bruce speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bruce treat?

    As a Dermatologist, Dr. Bruce 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. Bruce. 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:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Mole
    • Inflamed Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Birthmarks
    • Moles
    • Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Nevus
    • Birthmark
    • Skin spot
    • Irritated seborrheic keratosis
    • Red skin growth
    • Inflamed age spot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
    • L820: Inflamed seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Radiation Skin Changes
    • Skin Condition
    • Long-term radiation dermatitis
    • Skin damage from radiation
    • Non-ionizing radiation skin effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L578: Other skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation

    Also known as:

    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic dermatitis
    • Itchy skin rash
    • Allergic skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L209: Atopic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Keratosis
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • SK
    • Senile Wart
    • Barnacle of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L821: Other seborrheic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Plaque Psoriasis
    • Psoriasis
    • Common psoriasis
    • Chronic plaque psoriasis
    • Psoriasis of the skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L400: Psoriasis vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Rash
    • Skin Condition
    • Rashes
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Seborrheic Dermatitis
    • Dandruff, Cradle Cap, and Other Scalp Condition
    • Dandruff
    • Cradle cap
    • Flaky skin condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L219: Seborrheic dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
    • Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
    • Trunk BCC
    • Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
    • Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Melanoma
    • Melanoma Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
    • Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Rosacea
    • Adult Acne
    • Facial Redness
    • Red Face Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L718: Other rosacea

    Also known as:

    • Wart
    • Warts
    • Skin growth
    • Common wart
    • Verruca

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B079: Viral wart, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hair Follicle Disorder
    • Skin Condition
    • Follicular Skin Issues
    • Hair Follicle Problems
    • Skin Follicle Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L738: Other specified follicular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Easy Bruising
    • Bruises
    • Ecchymosis
    • Unexplained Bruises
    • Bleeding Under Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R233: Spontaneous ecchymoses

    Also known as:

    • Irritant Contact Dermatitis
    • Rashes
    • Skin Rash from Irritation
    • Irritant Eczema
    • Skin Inflammation from Contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L249: Irritant contact dermatitis, unspecified cause

    Does Dr. Bruce accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bruce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 282-3010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bruce's office located?

    Dr. Allen Bruce's Primary Practice

    50 Sewall St

    Portland, ME 04102

    (207) 282-3010

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    Dr. Allen Bruce's Practice 2

    57 Barra Rd

    Biddeford, ME 04005

    (207) 282-3010

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

    Dr. Bruce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427175934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruce?

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

    What is Dr. Allen Bruce's specialty?

    Dr. Bruce is a Dermatologist near Portland, ME. Dermatologists are medical professionals trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of skin conditions in both children and adults, including skin cancers, melanomas, and other tumors. They also manage disorders of the mouth, external genitalia, hair, and nails, and are skilled in treating conditions like dermatitis, allergic reactions, and skin manifestations of systemic diseases. Dermatologists receive specialized training in dermatopathology and dermatologic surgical techniques, and address cosmetic issues such as hair loss and scarring. Additionally, they use laboratory methods to diagnose immune-related skin disorders, often collaborating with immunohematologists for expert consultation and targeted therapies. Contact Dr. Bruce to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Allen Bruce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce 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 Allen Bruce accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Allen Bruce is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allen Bruce offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (207) 282-3010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Allen Bruce?

    Please contact Dr. Bruce's office at (207) 282-3010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Allen Bruce have?

    Dr. Allen Bruce is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.

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