Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lake, Family Medicine Specialist in Richmond Hill, GA?
Dr. Russell Lake, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond Hill, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lake graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine. Dr. Lake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lake’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lake’s office.
Where did Dr. Lake go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lake board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Russell Lake, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lake speak?
Dr. Lake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lake typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lake 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. Lake. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lake typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Russell Lake may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Lake's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lake accept my insurance?
Dr. Lake 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. Lake accept in Richmond Hill, GA?
Dr. Lake in Richmond Hill, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lake's office located?
What is Dr. Lake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104081082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lake
What is Dr. Russell Lake's specialty?
Dr. Lake is a Family Medicine Specialist near Richmond Hill, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Russell Lake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lake is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Savannah, Ga, Candler Hospital, Memorial Health 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Russell Lake accepting new patients in Richmond Hill, GA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Lake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Lake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Lake?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Russell Lake have?
Dr. Russell Lake is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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