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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lira, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Alena Lira, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified. Dr. Lira is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lira’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lira’s office at (202) 877-7000.
What languages does Dr. Lira speak?
Dr. Lira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lira treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lira 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. Lira. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Which procedures does Dr. Lira perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alena Lira may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lira's office.
Does Dr. Lira accept my insurance?
Dr. Lira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lira accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Lira in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lira's office located?
What is Dr. Lira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295902179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lira
What is Dr. Alena Lira's specialty?
Dr. Lira is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Lira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alena Lira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lira is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Alena Lira accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Alena Lira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alena Lira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lira's office at (202) 877-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alena Lira?
Please contact Dr. Lira's office at (202) 877-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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