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Dr. Douglas Aiken, MD

Dr. Douglas Aiken, MD

South Portland, ME

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aiken, Family Medicine Specialist in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. Douglas Aiken, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Aiken completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Aiken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aiken’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aiken’s office at (207) 846-9013.

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

    • Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Aiken board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Aiken, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aiken speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aiken typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aiken 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. Aiken. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Actinic Keratosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Sun Exposure
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Solar keratosis
    • Precancerous skin lesion
    • Rough sun spots

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L570: Actinic keratosis

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aiken typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aiken 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. Aiken. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
    • 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

    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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Aiken accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aiken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 846-9013 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aiken accept in South Portland, ME?

    Dr. Aiken in South Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Martin's Point

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Aiken's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Aiken's Primary Practice

    100 Foden Rd

    South Portland, ME 04106

    (207) 846-9013

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    Dr. Douglas Aiken's Practice 2

    259 Main St

    Yarmouth, ME 04096

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    Dr. Douglas Aiken's Practice 3

    1 Idexx Dr

    Westbrook, ME 04092

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

    Dr. Aiken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093774119.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aiken?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Aiken's specialty?

    Dr. Aiken is a Family Medicine Specialist near South Portland, ME.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Aiken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aiken is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Mid Coast Hospital, Mainegeneral Medical Center, York Hospital, Northern Light Mercy 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Douglas Aiken accepting new patients in South Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Aiken is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Aiken offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aiken's office at (207) 846-9013 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Aiken?

    Please contact Dr. Aiken's office at (207) 846-9013 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Aiken have?

    Dr. Douglas Aiken is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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