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Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon, MD
Belfast, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramkissoon, Hospitalist in Belfast, ME?
Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Belfast, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ramkissoon is currently affiliated with Waldo County General Hospital. Dr. Ramkissoon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramkissoon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramkissoon’s office at (207) 338-2500.
What languages does Dr. Ramkissoon speak?
Dr. Ramkissoon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramkissoon typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ramkissoon 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. Ramkissoon. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
- Cystitis with Hematuria
- Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ramkissoon typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon may include:
Please contact Dr. Ramkissoon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramkissoon accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramkissoon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 338-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramkissoon accept in Belfast, ME?
Dr. Ramkissoon in Belfast, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Maine
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramkissoon's office located?
What is Dr. Ramkissoon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramkissoon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730530007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramkissoon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramkissoon
What is Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon's specialty?
Dr. Ramkissoon is a Hospitalist near Belfast, 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 this Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramkissoon is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Northern Light Mercy 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
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Is Rishi Ramkissoon accepting new patients in Belfast, ME?
Yes, Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rishi Ramkissoon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramkissoon's office at (207) 338-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rishi Ramkissoon?
Please contact Dr. Ramkissoon's office at (207) 338-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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