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Dr. Nathan Lafevers, MD

Hospitalist

Portland, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lafevers, Hospitalist in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Nathan Lafevers, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lafevers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafevers’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafevers’s office at (719) 557-5855.

    What languages does Dr. Lafevers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lafevers typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lafevers 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. Lafevers. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lafevers typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nathan Lafevers may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lafevers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lafevers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 557-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lafevers' office located?

    Dr. Nathan Lafevers' Primary Practice

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

    (719) 557-5855

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    Dr. Nathan Lafevers' Practice 2

    123 Medical Center Dr

    Brunswick, ME 04011

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    Dr. Nathan Lafevers' Practice 3

    6 Glen Cove Dr

    Rockport, ME 04856

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

    Dr. Lafevers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437612678.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafevers?

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

    What is Dr. Nathan Lafevers's specialty?

    Dr. Lafevers is a Hospitalist near Portland, ME.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nathan Lafevers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lafevers is affiliated with Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Nathan Lafevers accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Nathan Lafevers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nathan Lafevers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lafevers' office at (719) 557-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nathan Lafevers?

    Please contact Dr. Lafevers' office at (719) 557-5855 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lafevers' office located?

    Dr. Lafevers' offices are located in Portland, ME, Brunswick, ME, and Rockport, ME.