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Who is Dr. Frehm, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Eric Frehm, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Frehm completed his residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics. Dr. Frehm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frehm’s office at (207) 650-2274.
Where did Dr. Frehm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Philadelphia
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Frehm board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Frehm, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Frehm speak?
Dr. Frehm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Frehm typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Frehm 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. Frehm. 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:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Water Breaking Early
- Childbirth Problems
- PROM
- Membranes rupture early
- Bag of waters broke
ICD-10 Codes:
- O4290: Premature rupture of membranes, unspecified as to length of time between rupture and onset of labor, unspecified weeks of gestation
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Mild Preeclampsia
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Preeclampsia
- Moderate Preeclampsia
- Mild Toxemia of Pregnancy
- Early Preeclampsia
ICD-10 Codes:
- O1400: Mild to moderate pre-eclampsia, unspecified trimester
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Frehm typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Frehm may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Frehm's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Frehm accept my insurance?
Dr. Frehm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 650-2274 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frehm accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Frehm in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Point32Health
State of Maine
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Frehm's office located?
What is Dr. Frehm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frehm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215973953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frehm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frehm
What is Dr. Eric Frehm's specialty?
Dr. Frehm is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Portland, ME.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Eric Frehm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frehm is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eric Frehm accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Eric Frehm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Frehm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frehm's office at (207) 650-2274 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Frehm?
Please contact Dr. Frehm's office at (207) 650-2274 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Frehm have?
Dr. Eric Frehm is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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