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Dr. Sara Happel, DO
Brewer, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Happel, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Sara Happel, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brewer, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Happel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Happel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Happel’s office at (207) 973-6604.
What languages does Dr. Happel speak?
Dr. Happel 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. Happel typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Happel 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. Happel. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Happel typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Happel may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Happel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Happel accept my insurance?
Dr. Happel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 973-6604 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Happel accept in Brewer, ME?
Dr. Happel in Brewer, 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)
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Happel's office located?
What is Dr. Happel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Happel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194253617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Happel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Happel
What is Dr. Sara Happel's specialty?
Dr. Happel is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Brewer, 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 this Dr. Sara Happel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Happel is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Eastern 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 Sara Happel accepting new patients in Brewer, ME?
Yes, Dr. Sara Happel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Happel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Happel's office at (207) 973-6604 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Happel?
Please contact Dr. Happel's office at (207) 973-6604 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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