All Photos

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics

3.1 (121)

Central Maine Medical Center, founded in 1891, is a 250-bed hospital in Lewiston, Maine. It has received accolades as a Blue Distinction Center for knee, hip, and spine surgery. The hospital excels in orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and cancer treatment. As part of Central Maine Healthcare, it serves as a regional referral center for central, western, and mid-coast Maine.

NPI Number : 1063136786

690 Minot Ave # 1, Auburn, ME 04210, USA

+1 207-783-1328

www.cmhc.org

Get Directions

Departments

Orthopedics

Hand & Upper Extremities

Shoulder, Hip & Knee

Back, Neck & Spine

Pain Management

EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies

Sports Medicine

Trauma

Foot & Ankle

Workers´ Compensation

Certified Hand Therapy

Appointment Information

Department	Appointment Options
Orthopedics	- Online appointment booking available - Phone scheduling: 207-783-1328 - Walk-in clinic available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (South Portland location) - Same-day appointments may be available
Primary Care	- Online appointment booking available - Phone scheduling available - Same-day appointments may be available
Telehealth	- Phone appointments available - Video visits available via smartphone, computer or tablet - Schedule by calling your practice

Visiting Hours

Department	Visitation Information
Orthopedics	Visiting hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily Up to two visitors at a time per patient Video conferencing and telephone calls available as alternatives Walk-in orthopedic urgent care available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Same-day appointments may be available by calling 207-783-1328 Online appointment scheduling available through patient portal

Important Doctors

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics Information

Management and Leadership Team

Name	Title	Department	Areas of Expertise
Steven G. Littleson, DBA	President and CEO	Executive Leadership	Healthcare Administration, Strategic Planning
Rebecca M. Brakeley, MD, FAAP	Interim Chief Medical Officer	Medical Affairs	Pediatrics, Women´s and Children´s Health
David Paulosky, MBA	Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer	Finance	Financial Management, Healthcare Economics
Kara Aleixo Johnson, JD	Senior Vice President of Business and Community Development	Business Development	Legal Affairs, Community Relations
Richard Kropp, EdD, SPHR, SHRM-SCP	Senior Vice President, Chief People Officer	Human Resources	Workforce Management, Organizational Development
Stephany Jacques, RN, MSN, OCN	President of Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital	Hospital Administration	Nursing Leadership, Oncology
Betsey Shew, Esq. CPHQ, CHC	Senior Vice President and General Counsel	Legal	Healthcare Law, Compliance

Average Salary

Here is a responsive Bootstrap table with an overview of average fees and pricing for key medical specialty services at Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics, sorted alphabetically by department:

Department	Service	Average Cost	Notes
Cardiology	Basic Consultation	$200-$400	Costs may increase with additional tests
Cardiology	Echocardiogram	$1,000-$2,000	Varies based on complexity
Neurology	Initial Consultation	$250-$500	Follow-up visits typically less
Neurology	MRI Brain Scan	$1,500-$3,000	With/without contrast affects price
Oncology	Chemotherapy Session	$1,000-$5,000	Varies widely based on drugs used
Oncology	Radiation Therapy	$2,000-$7,000	Per treatment course
Orthopedics	Joint Replacement	$20,000-$50,000	Knee/hip replacements most common
Orthopedics	Physical Therapy Session	$100-$300	Often requires multiple sessions
Outpatient	Minor Surgery	$2,000-$10,000	e.g. Hernia repair, endoscopy
Outpatient	Urgent Care Visit	$100-$300	Basic treatment and consultation

Support Programs for Patients

Program/Service	Description
Free Care Program	100% discount for patients at or below 200% FPL, 50% discount for 200-250% FPL
Financial Assistance	Available for eligible patients, application required
Home Care	In-home services funded through MaineCare or state programs
Palliative Care	Specialized care for patients with serious illnesses
Community Care Program	Connects patients to health programs and social services
Long-Term Care	Comprehensive care for physical, medical, mental, social and spiritual needs
Geriatric Care	Specialized care for seniors, including chronic condition management
Social Work Services	Access to social workers for healthcare decision support

Payment Plans

Here is a Bootstrap responsive table listing the payment plan options available at Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics for high-cost procedures:

Payment Plan Option	Details
In-house Payment Plans	- Available for all patients - No interest or fees - Maximum length up to 24 months on average - Can be approved before procedure
Third-Party Financing	- Longer repayment terms (up to 60 months) - May include interest - Approval required
Financial Assistance	- Available for eligible low-income patients - Up to 100% discount for incomes below 200% of Federal Poverty Level - Partial discounts available up to 250% of Federal Poverty Level
Care Card	- 0% interest - No fees - Pay over time in monthly installments

Cost Consulting

Department	Financial Counseling Services
Financial Advocate Team	- Assistance with MaineCare applications - Evaluation for Free Care program eligibility - Help understanding insurance coverage - Explanation of estimated costs for procedures - Guidance on co-pays and deductibles - Creation of manageable payment plans - Resolution of billing issues
Patient Financial Services	- Price estimates for procedures and tests - Information on self-pay and prompt payment discounts - Assistance with ClearBalance patient repayment option
Pre-admission Testing	- Cost estimates prior to admission - Explanation of potential out-of-pocket expenses

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Here is the information presented as a Bootstrap responsive table without explanations or statements:

Accommodation	Details
Physical Accessibility	- Main entrance parking - Comfortable waiting areas - Accessible exam rooms
Assistive Devices	- TTY telecommunication devices - Amplified listening devices - Hearing aid compatible big button phones - Special nurse call bells (blow, squeeze, touch, air) - Baby cry alarms - Alerting devices for phone/door - Page magnifiers
Communication Aids	- Live in-person interpreters - Video remote interpreting - Over-the-phone interpreting - Dry erase boards - Pictogram books - Translated documents in top languages
Priority Services	- Language access team - Spiritual care providers
Staff Training	- Educational opportunities on inclusion and equitable care - Cultural competency training

Digital Health Services

Here is a detailed overview of Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics´ digital health services presented as a Bootstrap responsive table, sorted alphabetically by department:

Department	Digital Health Services
Anesthesiology	- Remote pre-operative assessments - Virtual pain management consultations
Cardiology	- Remote cardiac monitoring - Virtual heart health consultations - Online heart disease management tools
Emergency Medicine	- Virtual triage services - Telehealth urgent care consultations
Internal Medicine	- Virtual primary care visits - Remote chronic disease management - Online prescription refills
Orthopedics	- Virtual orthopedic consultations - Remote post-operative follow-ups - Online physical therapy sessions - Digital joint replacement education programs
Patient Services	- myHealthLink patient portal - Online appointment scheduling - Secure messaging with care team - Digital health records access - Virtual check-in services
Radiology	- Remote radiology consultations - Digital imaging results access
Surgery	- Virtual pre-surgical consultations - Remote post-operative monitoring - Online surgical education resources
Telehealth	- Video remote interpreting - Over-the-phone interpreting - HD video visits - Secure messaging platform - Remote patient monitoring tools

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Department	Educational Program
Orthopedics	Pre-surgery education classes for joint replacement patients
Family Medicine	ACGME-accredited family medicine residency program
Internal Medicine	Medical student rotations and electives
Pediatrics	Medical student rotations and electives
Sports Medicine	Sports medicine elective for medical students
Osteopathic Medicine	Osteopathic Recognition Track for residents

Collaborative Research Projects

Department	Research Projects
Orthopedics	- Clinical trials on joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder) - Development of MAKO robotic-assisted surgical techniques - Studies on minimally invasive orthopedic procedures
Cancer Research	- Participation in National Institutes of Health RECOVER Initiative for long COVID treatments - Clinical trials on new cancer therapies through New England Cancer Specialists partnership - Cancer registry data collection and sharing with researchers
Digital Pathology	- Expansion of digital pathology capabilities - Research on AI applications in pathology diagnostics
Integrative Medicine	- Studies on complementary therapies like acupuncture and yoga for pain management - Research on integrative approaches for cancer symptom management

Professional Development Programs

Department	Affiliations & Professional Development
Academic Medicine	ACGME Osteopathic Recognized Program, Personalized Education Plan (PEP) for residents
Hospital	American Hospital Association (AHA) member
Medical Education	Association for Hospital Medical Education (AHME) member
Orthopedics	Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery, Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery
Quality	The Joint Commission accredited
Surgery	Cigna Center of Excellence for Joint Replacement, Aetna Institutes of Quality for Total Joint Replacement

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Department	Certification/Accreditation	Accrediting Body
Orthopedics	Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement	Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Orthopedics	Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery	Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Orthopedics	Center of Excellence for Joint Replacement	Cigna
Orthopedics	Institutes of Quality for Total Joint Replacement	Aetna
Cardiovascular	Center of Excellence for Cardiac Catheterization and Angioplasty	Cigna
Cardiovascular	Center of Excellence for Heart Surgery	Cigna
Cardiovascular	Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care	Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Cardiovascular	Institute of Quality for Cardiac Medical Intervention and Surgery	Aetna
Cancer Care	Commission on Cancer Accreditation	American College of Surgeons
Women´s Health	Breast Center of Excellence	National Consortium of Breast Centers
Women´s Health	National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers	American College of Surgeons

Internship and Observation Programs

Here is the information presented as a Bootstrap responsive table, sorted alphabetically by department:

Department	Opportunity
Allied Health	Associate´s Degree programs through Maine College of Health Professions
Medical	Clinical rotations for medical students through Maine Track Program partnership with Tufts University School of Medicine
Nursing	Clinical placements for undergraduate and graduate nursing students
Nursing	Student Nurse Employment Program (SNEP) summer internship
Orthopedics	Observation opportunities for students interested in orthopedics

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Here is the requested information presented as a Bootstrap responsive table, sorted alphabetically by department:

Department	Award
Knee and Hip Surgery	Blue Distinction Center for Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery
Orthopedics	Aetna Institutes of Quality (IOQ) Network for Total Joint Replacement
Orthopedics	Cigna Center of Excellence for Joint Replacement (Hip and Knee)
Spine Surgery	Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Department	Program
Family Medicine	Residency
Hospital Medicine	Fellowship
Medical Assistant	Apprenticeship
Orthopedics	Elective Rotations

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

Department	Program
Family Medicine	3-year ACGME-accredited residency
Osteopathic Medicine	Osteopathic Recognition track
Rural Medicine	Rural training track
Sports Medicine	Sports medicine emphasis
Integrative Medicine	Integrative medicine emphasis
International Medicine	International medicine emphasis

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Department	Services/Support for Uninsured Patients
Emergency Care	- 24/7 emergency care regardless of ability to pay - EMTALA guarantees
Financial Assistance	- Free care for Maine residents at or below 200% of Federal Poverty Level - Partial free care (50-100% discount) for incomes 200-250% of FPL - Financial assistance application process - Financial counselors available
Payment Options	- Interest-free monthly payment plans - Self-pay discounts - Prompt payment discounts
Insurance Guidance	- Assistance applying for MaineCare (Medicaid) - Information on Marketplace insurance options - Referrals to health insurance navigators
Other Support	- Price estimates available upon request - Assistance with insurance claim filing - Translation services

Hospital Research Collaborations

Department	Research Partner	Collaboration
MaineHealth Institute for Research	Maine Medical Center	Biomedical research, clinical trials, translational research
Medical Education	Tufts University School of Medicine	Maine Track Program for medical students
Molecular Medicine	Maine Medical Center Research Institute	Basic laboratory research
Orthopedics	Spectrum Healthcare Partners	Clinical research, surgical techniques
Outcomes Research	University of Southern Maine	Health services research, care delivery programs

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Department	Mentorship/Advisory Program
Emergency Medicine	EMRA Student-Resident Mentorship Program
Family Medicine	Faculty mentorship program for residents
Internal Medicine	RAMP: Internal Medicine Residency Advising Mentorship Program
Nursing	12-month Nurse Residency Program for new graduate nurses
Obstetrics/Gynecology	ACOG Mentorship Program for med students, junior fellows and new physicians
Ophthalmology	Mentoring program for junior faculty
Orthopedics	Mentorship from experienced faculty for residents
Pharmacy	ACCP mentor matching program for clinical pharmacy residents

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics Nearest Places

Hotels

0.8 km

4.4

Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

Free WiFi, Free breakfast, Indoor pool

0.9 km

4.3

Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

Free WiFi, Kitchen in room, Pet-friendly

0.7 km

4.2

Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

Free WiFi, Restaurant, Fitness center

0.6 km

4.1

The Munroe Inn

Free WiFi, Terrace/Patio, Pet-friendly

0.5 km

Inn at the Agora

Free WiFi, Unique historic setting

1.0 km

3.8

Ramada by Wyndham Lewiston Hotel & Conference Center

Free WiFi, Restaurant, Conference facilities

Florists and Gift Shops

0.8 km

4.5

Val´s Flower Boutique, Inc.

Fresh flowers, hand delivery, wide selection of flower arrangements

0.1 km

4.2

Wha Gift Shop

Unique and handcrafted gifts for all occasions

0.9 km

4.7

Blais Flowers & Garden Center

Flower arrangements, plants, garden supplies

0.7 km

Unforgetable Gift Baskets

Custom gift baskets

0.6 km

3.8

Chuck´s Corner

Variety of gifts

0.8 km

4.1

Creative Expressions Gift Shop

Unique gifts and crafts

Food and Restaurant

0.4 km

4.4

Fish Bones Grill

Seafood, American

0.5 km

4.3

DaVinci´s Eatery

Italian, Pizza

0.8 km

4.5

Orchid Restaurant

Asian, Thai

0.6 km

4.3

Guthries Restaurant & Cafe

American, Cafe

0.7 km

4.6

Forage Market

Bakery, Sandwich Shop

0.9 km

4.4

Mother India

Indian, Vegetarian

Pharmacies

0.1 km

4.2

CMMC Pharmacy

Patient counseling, Refill reminders, Immunizations, Specialty pharmacy services

0.8 km

3.9

Walgreens Pharmacy

Drive-thru service, Prescription refills, Vaccinations

0.9 km

3.8

CVS Pharmacy

24/7 pharmacy, MinuteClinic, Photo services

0.7 km

3.7

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Prescription services, Health & wellness products, Beauty items

0.6 km

4.5

Community Pharmacy

Personalized medication management, Compounding services, Home delivery

1.0 km

4.3

Bedard Pharmacy

Prescription services, Medical equipment, Compounding

Taxi and Transportation

0.2 km

4.5

Royal Taxi

Local cab, airport shuttle, chauffeur, limo services

0.5 km

4.2

Tri Town Taxi

Medical transport, parcel delivery, sightseeing tours

0.7 km

3.8

Two-in-one Taxi

Local taxi service

0.8 km

City Cab Co

Local taxi service

0.9 km

3.9

Jamie´s Cab

Local transportation service

1.0 km

3.7

Lewiston Taxi Service

Local taxi service

ATMs and Banks

0.1 km

3.7

TD Bank

ATM, Drive-thru, Notary services, Safe deposit boxes

0.5 km

4.3

Bangor Savings Bank

ATM, Drive-up, Coin counter, Safe deposit boxes

0.8 km

4.1

Androscoggin Bank

ATM, Personal banking, Business banking

0.9 km

4.5

Central Maine Federal Credit Union

ATM, Personal banking, Business banking

0.9 km

4.2

Maine Family Federal Credit Union

ATM, Personal banking, Business banking

1.0 km

Five County Credit Union

ATM, Personal banking, Business banking

Parking Lots

0.2 km

4.2

Centreville Garage

Municipal parking garage, $1/hour, daily max $6

0.5 km

Oak Street Garage

Municipal parking garage, $1/hour, daily max $6

0.8 km

3.8

Lincoln Street Garage

Municipal parking garage, $1/hour, daily max $6

Shopping Malls

0.8 km

4.1

Lewiston Mall

Variety of retail stores and services

0.9 km

Northwood Park Shopping Center

Various stores and services

1.0 km

3.9

Center for Shopping

Shaw´s, Planet Fitness, national and local tenants

Stationery and Copying Services

0.8 km

4.7

Penmor Lithographers

Digital and offset printing, promotional products, direct mail, variable data printing

0.5 km

4.5

ProPrint

Brochures, invoices, flyers, mailers, forms, labels

0.9 km

4.6

Lewiston Public Library Printing Services

Black-and-white and color printing, copying, faxing, scanning

Car Rental

0.8 km

4.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Wide selection of vehicles, including economy cars, SUVs, and vans

0.9 km

4.1

Larry Stewart´s Auto Sales

Car, truck, van, and SUV rentals

1.0 km

4.8

Atlantic Limousine

Luxury vehicle rentals and chauffeur services

Patient Experiences

✅ Summary of Positive Reviews

Currently, there are no positive reviews available to summarize. All the collected reviews indicate a negative experience at Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics.

❌ Summary of Negative Reviews

The reviews for Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics are overwhelmingly negative. Patients consistently reported long wait times and inadequate care in the emergency department, with some citing waits of several hours while in severe distress. There are complaints about poor communication, with patients and their families feeling neglected and uninformed about procedures and discharges. Several reviews also mentioned understaffing, lack of empathy from staff, and disappointing outcomes in medical procedures and follow-up care. Overall, there is a call for better management and more attentive service in the emergency department.

Working Hours

Emergency Department

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Outpatient Services

Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Diagnostic Imaging

Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Laboratory Services

Monday - Friday: 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Department Phones

Department	Phone
Main Switchboard	207-795-0111
Emergency	207-795-2200
Lab: Pathology	207-795-2330
Cardiac Rehab	207-795-8225
Same Day Surgery	207-795-2670
Radiology & X-ray	207-795-2400

Language and Translation Services

English
Spanish
Chinese
Arabic

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics

NPI Number : 1063136786

690 Minot Ave # 1, Auburn, ME 04210, USA

+1 207-783-1328

www.cmhc.org

Departments

Orthopedics

Hand & Upper Extremities

Shoulder, Hip & Knee

Back, Neck & Spine

Pain Management

EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies

Sports Medicine

Trauma

Foot & Ankle

Workers´ Compensation

Certified Hand Therapy

Appointment Information

Visiting Hours

Important Doctors

Lauren Nadkarni

Peter Ocampo

Michael Regan

Cynthia Richards

Heidi Walls

Jennifer Waterman

William Zimmerman

Saad Mohammad

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics Information

Management and Leadership Team

Average Salary

Support Programs for Patients

Payment Plans

Cost Consulting

Hospital for patients with disabilities or special needs

Digital Health Services

Collaborations / Educational Programs

Collaborative Research Projects

Professional Development Programs

Certification and Accreditation Programs

Internship and Observation Programs

Hospital Academic Awards and Achievements

Hospital Specialization and Expertise Opportunit

Hospital Residency and Assistantship Programs

What are the activities of the hospital for patients without insurance?

Hospital Research Collaborations

Mentoring and Consultancy in Hospital Education

Central Maine Healthcare Orthopedics Nearest Places

Hotels

Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

The Munroe Inn

Inn at the Agora

Ramada by Wyndham Lewiston Hotel & Conference Center

Florists and Gift Shops

Val´s Flower Boutique, Inc.

Wha Gift Shop

Blais Flowers & Garden Center

Unforgetable Gift Baskets

Chuck´s Corner

Creative Expressions Gift Shop

Food and Restaurant

Fish Bones Grill

DaVinci´s Eatery

Orchid Restaurant

Guthries Restaurant & Cafe

Forage Market

Mother India

Pharmacies

CMMC Pharmacy

Walgreens Pharmacy

CVS Pharmacy

Rite Aid Pharmacy

Community Pharmacy

Bedard Pharmacy

Taxi and Transportation

Royal Taxi

Tri Town Taxi

Two-in-one Taxi