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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hochheiser, Thoracic Surgeon in Portland, ME?
Dr. Gary Hochheiser, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Hochheiser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hochheiser’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hochheiser’s office at (207) 396-7760.
Is Dr. Hochheiser board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gary Hochheiser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hochheiser speak?
Dr. Hochheiser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hochheiser treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Hochheiser 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. Hochheiser. 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:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Other Mediastinum Disorder
- Various mediastinal diseases
- Unspecified chest cavity problems
- Other conditions of the mediastinum
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Benign Carcinoid Tumor of the Lung
- Benign Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Lung Disease
- Carcinoid tumor of bronchus
- Non-cancerous lung tumor
- Neuroendocrine tumor of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A090: Benign carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
Which procedures does Dr. Hochheiser perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Hochheiser may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hochheiser's office.
Does Dr. Hochheiser accept my insurance?
Dr. Hochheiser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 396-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hochheiser accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Hochheiser in Portland, 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hochheiser's office located?
What is Dr. Hochheiser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hochheiser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689678112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hochheiser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hochheiser
What is Dr. Gary Hochheiser's specialty?
Dr. Hochheiser is a Thoracic Surgeon near Portland, ME. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Hochheiser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Hochheiser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hochheiser is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gary Hochheiser accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Gary Hochheiser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Hochheiser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hochheiser's office at (207) 396-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Hochheiser?
Please contact Dr. Hochheiser's office at (207) 396-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Hochheiser have?
Dr. Gary Hochheiser is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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