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Dr. Marcus Santana, MD

Dr. Marcus Santana, MD

Pulmonologist

Lewiston, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santana, Pulmonologist in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. Marcus Santana, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lewiston, ME with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Santana completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Internal Medicine. Dr. Santana is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santana’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santana’s office at (207) 795-5544.

    Where did Dr. Santana go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Fed Da Bahia- Fac De Med- Salvador- Bahia- Brazil

    What languages does Dr. Santana speak?

    Dr. Santana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Portuguese

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santana typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santana 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. Santana. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santana typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Santana. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 795-5544 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santana accept in Lewiston, ME?

    Dr. Santana in Lewiston, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Marcus Santana's Primary Practice

    76 High St Ste 300

    Lewiston, ME 04240

    (207) 795-5544

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    Dr. Marcus Santana's Practice 2

    15 Hospital Dr

    York, ME 03909

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    What is Dr. Santana's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194764217.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santana?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santana

    What is Dr. Marcus Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Santana is a Pulmonologist near Lewiston, ME.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Marcus Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santana is affiliated with Central Maine Medical Center, York Hospital, Mainegeneral Medical Center, 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Marcus Santana accepting new patients in Lewiston, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Marcus Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marcus Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (207) 795-5544 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marcus Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (207) 795-5544 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Santana's offices are located in Lewiston, ME and York, ME.