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Dr. Simone Lescott, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Covington, GA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lescott, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Covington, GA?
Dr. Simone Lescott, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Covington, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lescott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lescott’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lescott’s office at (706) 722-9011.
What languages does Dr. Lescott speak?
Dr. Lescott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lescott treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lescott 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. Lescott. 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.
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Severe Dementia
- Dementia
- Advanced dementia
- Late-stage dementia
- Severe cognitive decline
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03C0: Unspecified dementia, severe, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Lescott perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Simone Lescott may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lescott's office.
Does Dr. Lescott accept my insurance?
Dr. Lescott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 722-9011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lescott accept in Covington, GA?
Dr. Lescott in Covington, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medica
Medicare
Molina
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lescott's office located?
Dr. Simone Lescott's Primary Practice
5126 Hospital Dr NE
Covington, GA 30014
(706) 722-9011
What is Dr. Lescott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lescott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083106397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lescott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lescott
What is Dr. Simone Lescott's specialty?
Dr. Lescott is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Covington, GA. A physical medicine and rehabilitation physician specializes in alleviating suffering for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Working with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team, this specialist aims to maximize quality of life by addressing the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease process and beyond. They have expertise in assessing advanced disease, managing distressing symptoms, coordinating patient-centered care, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Lescott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Simone Lescott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lescott is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
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Is Simone Lescott accepting new patients in Covington, GA?
Yes, Dr. Simone Lescott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simone Lescott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lescott's office at (706) 722-9011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simone Lescott?
Please contact Dr. Lescott's office at (706) 722-9011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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