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Who is Dr. Turner, Pediatric Surgeon in Portland, ME?
Dr. Christopher Turner, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME. He is board certified. Dr. Turner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turner’s office at (207) 662-5555.
What languages does Dr. Turner speak?
Dr. Turner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Turner treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Turner 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. Turner. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Which procedures does Dr. Turner perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Turner may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Turner's office.
Does Dr. Turner accept my insurance?
Dr. Turner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 662-5555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turner accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Turner in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Turner's office located?
Dr. Christopher Turner's Primary Practice
887 Congress St Ste 300
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 662-5555
What is Dr. Turner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558518894.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turner
What is Dr. Christopher Turner's specialty?
Dr. Turner is a Pediatric Surgeon near Portland, ME. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Turner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Turner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Turner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Turner accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Turner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Turner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (207) 662-5555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Turner?
Please contact Dr. Turner's office at (207) 662-5555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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