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Dr. Sandra Stevens, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist

Brunswick, ME

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stevens, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brunswick, ME?

    Dr. Sandra Stevens, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brunswick, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Stevens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stevens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stevens’s office at (207) 373-6125.

    Is Dr. Stevens board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Stevens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stevens speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stevens typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stevens 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. Stevens. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Broken Hip Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Hip fracture
    • Femoral neck fracture
    • Broken upper thigh bone

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72002A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stevens typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Stevens may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stevens' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stevens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stevens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 373-6125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stevens accept in Brunswick, ME?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stevens' office located?

    Dr. Sandra Stevens' Primary Practice

    81 Medical Center Dr Ste 2100

    Brunswick, ME 04011

    (207) 373-6125

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    Dr. Sandra Stevens' Practice 2

    100 Foden Rd

    South Portland, ME 04106

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    Dr. Sandra Stevens' Practice 3

    5 Miles Center Way

    Damariscotta, ME 04543

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    What hospitals are Dr. Stevens affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Stevens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus And Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
    Mainehealth Lincoln Hospital,Damariscotta, ME
    Waldo County General Hospital,Belfast, ME
    Stephens Memorial Hospital,Norway, ME

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

    Dr. Stevens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043236904.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stevens?

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

    What is Dr. Sandra Stevens's specialty?

    Dr. Stevens is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brunswick, ME.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An Emergency Medicine Physician who possesses advanced knowledge and skills in preventing and alleviating the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This specialist collaborates with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to enhance quality of life while addressing not only physical symptoms but also the psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families. This specialist provides a complete care throughout the disease's progression, the dying process, and offer support to the family afterward. They excel in assessing the patients with advanced illness, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating interdisciplinary, patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing the care of imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical considerations in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Sandra Stevens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stevens is affiliated with Mid Coast Hospital 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sandra Stevens accepting new patients in Brunswick, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Stevens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sandra Stevens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stevens' office at (207) 373-6125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sandra Stevens?

    Please contact Dr. Stevens' office at (207) 373-6125 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stevens' office located?

    Dr. Stevens' offices are located in Brunswick, ME, South Portland, ME, and Damariscotta, ME.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Stevens have?

    Dr. Sandra Stevens is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.