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Who is Dr. Lee, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Olathe, KS?
Dr. Zachary Lee, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Olathe, KS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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.
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Zachary Lee may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Lee's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Olathe, KS?
Dr. Lee in Olathe, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154784429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Zachary Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Olathe, KS.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Zachary Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with The University Of Kansas 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zachary Lee accepting new patients in Olathe, KS?
Yes, Dr. Zachary Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zachary Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zachary Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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