25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fuchs Ertman, Internist in Portland, ME?
Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fuchs Ertman graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Maine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fuchs Ertman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuchs Ertman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuchs Ertman’s office at (207) 774-5816.
Where did Dr. Fuchs Ertman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maine Med Center
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | PA STATE UNIV COLL OF MEDICINE | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Fuchs Ertman board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fuchs Ertman speak?
Dr. Fuchs Ertman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fuchs Ertman treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Fuchs Ertman 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. Fuchs Ertman. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Bone Density Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Bone structure problem
- Low bone density
- Bone mineral density disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Fuchs Ertman perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Fuchs Ertman 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. Fuchs Ertman. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Fuchs Ertman accept my insurance?
Dr. Fuchs Ertman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 774-5816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fuchs Ertman accept in Portland, ME?
Dr. Fuchs Ertman in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Health Options
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EL Paso Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Martin's Point
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fuchs Ertman's office located?
Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman's Primary Practice
84 Marginal Way Ste 700
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-5816
What is Dr. Fuchs Ertman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fuchs Ertman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730158403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuchs Ertman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuchs Ertman
What is Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman's specialty?
Dr. Fuchs Ertman is a Internist near Portland, ME.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Fuchs Ertman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fuchs Ertman is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Northern Light Mercy Hospital, Mid Coast Hospital, Pen Bay Medical Center, MaineGeneral Medical Center, York 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
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Is Debra Fuchs Ertman accepting new patients in Portland, ME?
Yes, Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs Ertman's office at (207) 774-5816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Fuchs Ertman?
Please contact Dr. Fuchs Ertman's office at (207) 774-5816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman have?
Dr. Debra Fuchs Ertman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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