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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hoekstra, Surgeon in Portland, ME?
Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hoekstra completed her residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hoekstra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hoekstra’s office.
Where did Dr. Hoekstra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il
Is Dr. Hoekstra board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hoekstra speak?
Dr. Hoekstra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hoekstra typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hoekstra 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. Hoekstra. 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:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hoekstra typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hoekstra 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. Hoekstra. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection with Ultrasound
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 0213T: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with ultrasound guidance, cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Does Dr. Hoekstra accept my insurance?
Dr. Hoekstra 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. Hoekstra accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Hoekstra in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
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Where is Dr. Hoekstra's office located?
What is Dr. Hoekstra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hoekstra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508840216.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hoekstra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hoekstra
What is Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra's specialty?
Dr. Hoekstra is a Surgeon near Portland, ME.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hoekstra is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital 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 Suzanne Hoekstra accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hoekstra's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suzanne Hoekstra?
Please contact Dr. Hoekstra's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra have?
Dr. Suzanne Hoekstra is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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