17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lambert, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Derek Lambert, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Lambert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lambert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lambert’s office at (786) 467-2000.
Where did Dr. Lambert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Iberomericana
What languages does Dr. Lambert speak?
Dr. Lambert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lambert typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lambert 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. Lambert. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lambert typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Lambert may include:
Please contact Dr. Lambert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lambert accept my insurance?
Dr. Lambert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 467-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lambert accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Lambert in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lambert's office located?
What is Dr. Lambert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lambert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104093616.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lambert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lambert
What is Dr. Derek Lambert's specialty?
Dr. Lambert is a Hospitalist near Miami, FL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Derek Lambert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lambert is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl) which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Lambert accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Derek Lambert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Lambert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lambert's office at (786) 467-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Lambert?
Please contact Dr. Lambert's office at (786) 467-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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