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Who is Dr. Lakha, Anesthesiologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Sameer Lakha, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lakha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakha’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakha’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lakha speak?
Dr. Lakha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lakha treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lakha 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. Lakha. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Narrowing
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
- Narrowed Mitral Valve from Rheumatic Fever
- Chronic Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Mitral Valvulopathy
- Mitral Valve Problems from Rheumatic Fever
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I050: Rheumatic mitral stenosis
- I059: Rheumatic mitral valve disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
Also known as:
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Which procedures does Dr. Lakha perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sameer Lakha may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lakha's office.
Does Dr. Lakha accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakha 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. Lakha accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Lakha 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicare
MetroPlus
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lakha's office located?
What is Dr. Lakha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760877682.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakha
What is Dr. Sameer Lakha's specialty?
Dr. Lakha is a Anesthesiologist near Portland, ME. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Lakha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sameer Lakha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakha is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Sameer Lakha accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Sameer Lakha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameer Lakha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakha's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameer Lakha?
Please contact Dr. Lakha's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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