Browse clinical nurse specialists in Maine.
57
Clinical Nurse Specialists
100%
Accepting patients
12%
Most common: CNS
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Maine has 57 licensed clinical nurse specialists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is CNS (12%), which stands for Clinical Nurse Specialist. PMHNP is the second most common at 9%.
University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and Tufts University School of Medicine - Maine Track train clinical nurse specialists in the state. Notable hospitals include Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, and Central Maine Medical Center. Health systems such as MaineHealth, and Northern Light Health employ many of the state's clinical nurse specialists.
32% accept Medicare. Patients with MaineCare should verify coverage directly, as not all clinical nurse specialists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include medicare, qhp-59025, qhp-44228, qhp-58944, and unitedhealthcare.
Maine has one of the oldest populations of any state, creating unique healthcare demands around geriatric and long-term care.
Maine has 57 licensed clinical nurse specialists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of clinical nurse specialists in Maine are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among clinical nurse specialists in Maine include medicare, qhp-59025, qhp-44228, qhp-58944, and unitedhealthcare. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
An outpatient visit copay is $20 to $50. A wound care visit copay is $30 to $75. A diabetes education program is covered by most plans. Inpatient CNS care is included in hospital charges. Actual costs in Maine depend on the provider and your insurance plan. CNS services are billed similarly to NP services. Most patients encounter CNSs through hospital or clinic programs rather than independent practice. Specialized CNS clinics (wound care, diabetes) are covered under your medical benefit.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Maine has 57 clinical nurse specialists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
32% of clinical nurse specialists in Maine accept Medicare. Medicare covers CNS services at 85% of the physician fee schedule. Standard Part B cost-sharing applies. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some clinical nurse specialists in Maine accept MaineCare, the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers CNS services in most states. Coverage levels parallel other APRN coverage. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm MaineCare participation before scheduling.
Depends on the specialty. Wound care CNS visits may be weekly until healed. Diabetes CNS visits every two to four weeks during education. Psychiatric CNS visits weekly during active treatment. Most patients see a CNS as part of their broader care team, not as a standalone provider. With 57 clinical nurse specialists in Maine, you can search on FindClarity to find a provider who fits your schedule.
Top accepted carriers in Maine include medicare, qhp-59025, qhp-44228, qhp-58944, and unitedhealthcare.
CNS services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance. Medicare reimburses at 85% of the physician fee schedule for CNS services. Most patients encounter CNSs as part of their care team in hospitals and clinics, where billing is handled by the facility. For outpatient CNS-led clinics (wound care, diabetes education), verify the CNS is credentialed with your insurance plan. Specialized programs led by CNSs (diabetes self-management education, cardiac rehabilitation) are often covered as a medical benefit with standard copays.