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Dr. Walter Denino, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Denino, Thoracic Surgeon in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Walter Denino, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Denino is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Denino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Denino’s office at (207) 773-8161.

    What languages does Dr. Denino speak?

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

    • English
    • German

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Denino typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Denino 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. Denino. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Denino typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Denino may include:

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

    Does Dr. Denino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Denino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 773-8161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Denino 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

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Denino's office located?

    Dr. Walter Denino's Primary Practice

    818 Congress St

    Portland, ME 04102

    (207) 773-8161

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    Dr. Walter Denino's Practice 2

    99 Campus Ave

    Lewiston, ME 04240

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    Dr. Walter Denino's Practice 3

    96 Campus Dr Ste 100

    Scarborough, ME 04074

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

    Dr. Denino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114238755.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Denino?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Denino's specialty?

    Dr. Denino is a Thoracic Surgeon near Portland, ME.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Walter Denino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Denino is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mainegeneral Medical Center, Central Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center 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

    When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Thoracic Surgeon. 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. Walter Denino accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Denino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Denino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Denino's office at (207) 773-8161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Denino?

    Please contact Dr. Denino's office at (207) 773-8161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Denino's office located?

    Dr. Denino's offices are located in Portland, ME, Lewiston, ME, and Scarborough, ME.