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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mechtenberg, Hospitalist in Brunswick, ME?
Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Brunswick, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Mechtenberg completed his residency at Eastern Me Med Ctr, Family Practice. Dr. Mechtenberg is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mechtenberg’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mechtenberg’s office at (207) 729-6162.
Where did Dr. Mechtenberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Me Med Ctr, Family Practice
Is Dr. Mechtenberg board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mechtenberg speak?
Dr. Mechtenberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Mechtenberg treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mechtenberg 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. Mechtenberg. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Mechtenberg perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mechtenberg's office.
Does Dr. Mechtenberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Mechtenberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 729-6162 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mechtenberg accept in Brunswick, ME?
Dr. Mechtenberg in Brunswick, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mechtenberg's office located?
Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg's Primary Practice
121 Medical Center Dr Ste 3100
Brunswick, ME 04011
(207) 729-6162
What is Dr. Mechtenberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mechtenberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831246339.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mechtenberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mechtenberg
What is Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg's specialty?
Dr. Mechtenberg is a Hospitalist near Brunswick, ME. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Mechtenberg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mechtenberg is affiliated with Lincolnhealth - Miles Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Matthew Mechtenberg accepting new patients in Brunswick, ME?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mechtenberg's office at (207) 729-6162 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Mechtenberg?
Please contact Dr. Mechtenberg's office at (207) 729-6162 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg have?
Dr. Matthew Mechtenberg is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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