Dr. Brittany Lachance, DO
South Portland, ME
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lachance, Neurocritical Care Specialist in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Brittany Lachance, DO is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lachance is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lachance’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lachance’s office at (207) 828-1122.
What languages does Dr. Lachance speak?
Dr. Lachance and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Lachance typically treat?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, Dr. Lachance 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. Lachance. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurocritical Care Specialist like Dr. Lachance typically perform?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Brittany Lachance may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Lachance's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lachance accept my insurance?
Dr. Lachance accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 828-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lachance accept in South Portland, ME?
Dr. Lachance in South 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)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Maine
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lachance's office located?
Dr. Brittany Lachance's Primary Practice
100 Foden Rd Ste 103
South Portland, ME 04106
(207) 828-1122
What is Dr. Lachance's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lachance's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952782641.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lachance?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lachance
What is Dr. Brittany Lachance's specialty?
Dr. Lachance is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near South Portland, ME.
What does a Neurocritical Care Specialist do?
Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed.
Is this Dr. Brittany Lachance affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lachance is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital 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 Neurocritical Care Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neurocritical Care 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 Brittany Lachance accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Brittany Lachance is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brittany Lachance offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lachance's office at (207) 828-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brittany Lachance?
Please contact Dr. Lachance's office at (207) 828-1122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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