Christine Handanos, MD

Internal Medicine

Christine Handanos is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Biddeford, ME with over 37 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(207) 282-3349Biddeford, ME
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Christine Handanos, MD has been part of the Biddeford medical community since 2006 in group practice. Trained at University of Vermont College of Medicine (class of 1989), she has been practicing for over 37 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 42% of reporting doctors in Maine
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 61 Internal Medicine providers in MESee all Internal Medicine in Biddeford37+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 5000dNPPES updated 2012-09-13 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

30 W Cole Rd, Biddeford, ME 04005-9458

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
70%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%
Diabetes
Lower than avg (-2%)32%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Osteoporosis
Higher than avg (+14%)32%

Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults

US avg: 18.1%

↑ More patients than average (+14%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-18%)31%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-18%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-2%)28%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here

Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
25%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1989

    University of Vermont College of Medicine

  2. 37 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

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.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

University of Vermont College of Medicine (Class of 1989)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1 Medical Center Dr P.O. Box 626, Biddeford, ME 04005-9422

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Christine Handanos

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Christine Handanos for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — no travel to Biddeford required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christine Handanos

NPI records show Dr. Handanos as active with telehealth listed in Biddeford, ME. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (207) 282-3349.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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