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Dr. Christopher Link, MD
Lewiston, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Link, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Lewiston, ME?
Dr. Christopher Link, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lewiston, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Link is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Link’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Link’s office.
What languages does Dr. Link speak?
Dr. Link and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Link treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Link 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. Link. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Link perform as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Link may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Link's office.
Does Dr. Link accept my insurance?
Dr. Link accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Link accept in Lewiston, ME?
Dr. Link in Lewiston, 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Link's office located?
What is Dr. Link's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Link's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336467182.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Link?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Link
What is Dr. Christopher Link's specialty?
Dr. Link is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Lewiston, ME. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Link to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Link affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Link is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Central Maine Medical Center, Tufts 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
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Is Christopher Link accepting new patients in Lewiston, ME?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Link is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Link offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Link's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Link?
Please contact Dr. Link's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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