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Dr. Katrina Sink, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Auburn, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sink, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Auburn, ME?

    Dr. Katrina Sink, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Auburn, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sink graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine. Dr. Sink is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sink’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sink’s office at (207) 693-6106.

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

    • Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sink speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sink 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. Sink. 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:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

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

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katrina Sink may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sink accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sink accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 693-6106 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sink accept in Auburn, ME?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • State of Maine

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sink's office located?

    Dr. Katrina Sink's Primary Practice

    236 Stetson Rd

    Auburn, ME 04210

    (207) 693-6106

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    Dr. Katrina Sink's Practice 2

    410 Roosevelt Trl

    Naples, ME 04055

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    Dr. Katrina Sink's Practice 3

    15 Strawberry Ave

    Lewiston, ME 04240

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

    Dr. Sink's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427360262.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sink?

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

    What is Dr. Katrina Sink's specialty?

    Dr. Sink is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Auburn, ME.

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

    A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Katrina Sink affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sink is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Central 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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 - Family 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. Katrina Sink accepting new patients in Auburn, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Katrina Sink is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katrina Sink offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sink's office at (207) 693-6106 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katrina Sink?

    Please contact Dr. Sink's office at (207) 693-6106 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sink's office located?

    Dr. Sink's offices are located in Auburn, ME, Naples, ME, and Lewiston, ME.