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Dr. Peter Westervelt, MD

Dr. Peter Westervelt, MD

Brunswick, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westervelt, Medical Oncologist in Brunswick, ME?

    Dr. Peter Westervelt, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Brunswick, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Westervelt graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at George Washington University Program A. Dr. Westervelt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westervelt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westervelt’s office.

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

    • Residency: George Washington University Program A

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    What languages does Dr. Westervelt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Westervelt typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Westervelt 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. Westervelt. 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:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
    • C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Myelodysplastic Syndrome
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
    • Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
    • MDS
    • Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
    • Preleukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Westervelt typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Westervelt 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. Westervelt. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Westervelt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westervelt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Westervelt accept in Brunswick, ME?

    Dr. Westervelt in Brunswick, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Westervelt's office located?

    Dr. Peter Westervelt's Primary Practice

    329 Maine St # E101

    Brunswick, ME 04011

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    Dr. Peter Westervelt's Practice 2

    887 Congress St Ste 210

    Portland, ME 04102

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    Dr. Peter Westervelt's Practice 3

    265 Western Ave

    South Portland, ME 04106

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

    Dr. Westervelt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043292246.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westervelt?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Westervelt's specialty?

    Dr. Westervelt is a Medical Oncologist near Brunswick, ME.

    What does a Medical Oncologist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.

    Is this Dr. Peter Westervelt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Westervelt is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainegeneral Medical Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters 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 Medical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Peter Westervelt accepting new patients in Brunswick, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Westervelt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Westervelt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westervelt's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Westervelt?

    Please contact Dr. Westervelt's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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