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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Russell, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Portland, ME?
Dr. George Russell, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Russell completed his residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Russell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Russell’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Russell’s office at (207) 662-5522.
Where did Dr. Russell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics | New England Med Center Hosps
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma
Is Dr. Russell board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. George Russell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Russell speak?
Dr. Russell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Russell treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Russell 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. Russell. 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:
- Constipation
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Which procedures does Dr. Russell perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Russell may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Russell's office.
Does Dr. Russell accept my insurance?
Dr. Russell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 662-5522 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Russell accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Russell 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
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicaid
State of Maine
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Russell's office located?
Dr. George Russell's Primary Practice
887 Congress St Ste 320
Portland, ME 04102
(207) 662-5522
What is Dr. Russell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Russell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366423154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Russell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Russell
What is Dr. George Russell's specialty?
Dr. Russell is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Portland, ME. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Russell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Russell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Russell 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is George Russell accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. George Russell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Russell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (207) 662-5522 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Russell?
Please contact Dr. Russell's office at (207) 662-5522 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Russell have?
Dr. George Russell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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