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Who is Dr. Hines, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Caribou, ME?
Dr. Comfort Hines, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Caribou, ME with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hines is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hines’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hines’s office at (207) 498-3111.
What languages does Dr. Hines speak?
Dr. Hines and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hines treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hines 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. Hines. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Dehydration
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Hines perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Comfort Hines may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hines' office.
Does Dr. Hines accept my insurance?
Dr. Hines accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 498-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hines accept in Caribou, ME?
Dr. Hines in Caribou, 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)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Maine
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hines' office located?
Dr. Comfort Hines' Primary Practice
163 Van Buren Rd Ste 1
Caribou, ME 04736
(207) 498-3111
What is Dr. Hines's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hines's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114244118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hines?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hines
What is Dr. Comfort Hines's specialty?
Dr. Hines is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Caribou, ME. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Hines to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Comfort Hines affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hines is affiliated with Cary Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, ME 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 Comfort Hines accepting new patients in Caribou, ME?
Yes, Dr. Comfort Hines is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Comfort Hines offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (207) 498-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Comfort Hines?
Please contact Dr. Hines's office at (207) 498-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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