Dermatology
Dermatology in S Portland, ME
Skin cancer screenings, acne, eczema, and medical dermatology. Live results from the federal NPPES NPI Registry.
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Dermatology in S Portland, ME: what to know before you book
Dermatologists diagnose and treat conditions of the skin, hair, and nails — from a suspicious mole or persistent acne to autoimmune skin disease and skin cancer. Most visits are 15–30 minutes and include a full-body skin check when appropriate. Board-certified dermatologists perform biopsies and simple surgical excisions in-office; Mohs surgeons handle complex skin-cancer removal on the face and hands. In S Portland, ME, patients searching for dermatology typically combine local availability with referrals to sub-specialists across Maine. Dermatology rank among the most-searched specialties in the S Portland metro, so booking windows can run longer with top names.
S Portland, Maine is served by an active mix of primary-care practices, community hospitals, and multi-specialty clinics. For dermatology specifically, verify board certification, hospital affiliation, and whether the clinician is in-network with your Maine insurance plan before booking. Results refresh from the federal NPPES NPI Registry as clinicians are added or updated.
- Specialty
- Dermatology
- City
- S Portland, ME
- State
- Maine
- Listings
- Live NPPES results
- Data source
- Federal NPPES NPI Registry
Common symptoms dermatology treat in S Portland
Patients in S Portland typically see a dermatology for:
- Persistent rash
- Acne breakouts
- Changing moles
- Hair loss
- Itchy skin
- Nail changes
Conditions dermatology manage
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Skin cancer screening
- Acne
- Alopecia
Questions to ask at your first S Portland appointment
Bring this list to your visit — the answers help you compare clinicians:
- Should this mole be biopsied?
- How often do I need a full-body skin check?
- What's the safest sunscreen for my skin type?
- Are my current products making this condition worse?
- What are the risks of the treatment you're recommending?
- Is there a generic or lower-cost alternative to the prescribed medication?
How to choose a dermatology in S Portland, ME
- Confirm board certification with the American Board of Dermatology.
- For skin cancer, look for fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery.
- For aesthetic work, ask how many years the doctor has performed the specific injectable or laser you want.
- Prefer offices with in-house pathology or a fast turnaround from a Dermatopathology lab.
- Verify the practice does full-body skin exams — some cosmetic-only offices don't.
Frequently asked questions — dermatology in S Portland, ME
How many dermatology are listed in S Portland, ME?
Verified dermatology clinicians are listed on Help Me Find A Doctor for S Portland, ME, sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry. The list refreshes as clinicians are added, retire, or update their practice addresses.
How do I find a dermatology near me in S Portland, ME?
Every S Portland, ME dermatology listing on this page shows the practice street address so you can sort by proximity to your home or workplace. For same-day needs, call the closest 2–3 offices first — many hold a handful of urgent slots each day. If nothing is available locally, expand to the state hub for Maine to see clinicians in neighboring metros.
How do I choose a dermatology in S Portland, ME?
Start by confirming the clinician's board certification and primary specialty on their profile, then compare their practice location, phone, and any patient reviews. Every S Portland, ME listing links to the NPPES record so you can verify credentials before booking. If you need a second opinion, browse related specialties on the same page.
Does insurance cover dermatology visits in S Portland?
Most major medical plans cover a dermatology visit when the referral is medically necessary; cosmetic or elective procedures are typically self-pay. Call the S Portland office directly with your insurance card ready — front-desk staff can verify network status and any prior-authorization requirements before your appointment.
How do I find a doctor in S Portland who takes my insurance?
Open any specialty page under the S Portland directory (for example, Family Medicine and Internal Medicine) and use the Insurance filter to narrow the list to your carrier. Coverage varies by plan tier — a doctor may accept Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO but not the HMO product — so always confirm your specific plan with the office before booking. Maine Medicaid and Medicare Advantage networks also vary practice-by-practice in S Portland.
How many doctors practice in Maine?
Maine has thousands of licensed clinicians in the federal NPPES NPI Registry — every Maine physician, dentist, nurse practitioner, and licensed allied-health provider you'll find on Help Me Find A Doctor is indexed from that authoritative source and refreshed on a weekly cadence.
About the specialty
About dermatology in S Portland, ME
Dermatologists diagnose and treat conditions of the skin, hair, and nails — from a suspicious mole or persistent acne to autoimmune skin disease and skin cancer. Most visits are 15–30 minutes and include a full-body skin check when appropriate. Board-certified dermatologists perform biopsies and simple surgical excisions in-office; Mohs surgeons handle complex skin-cancer removal on the face and hands.
Every clinician listed on this page is sourced live from the federal NPPES NPI Registry for S Portland, ME. Use the guidance below to decide who to book — then use the A–Z directory to compare individual profiles.
Common symptoms dermatology treat
- Persistent rash
- Acne breakouts
- Changing moles
- Hair loss
- Itchy skin
- Nail changes
Conditions dermatology manage
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Rosacea
- Skin cancer screening
- Acne
- Alopecia
Questions to ask at your first visit
- 1Should this mole be biopsied?
- 2How often do I need a full-body skin check?
- 3What's the safest sunscreen for my skin type?
- 4Are my current products making this condition worse?
- 5What are the risks of the treatment you're recommending?
- 6Is there a generic or lower-cost alternative to the prescribed medication?
How to choose dermatology in S Portland
- Confirm board certification with the American Board of Dermatology.
- For skin cancer, look for fellowship training in Mohs micrographic surgery.
- For aesthetic work, ask how many years the doctor has performed the specific injectable or laser you want.
- Prefer offices with in-house pathology or a fast turnaround from a Dermatopathology lab.
- Verify the practice does full-body skin exams — some cosmetic-only offices don't.
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