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Dr. Pretei Lemo

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lemo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Pretei Lemo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lemo graduated from University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences and completed his residency at University at Buffalo Program. Dr. Lemo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lemo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lemo’s office at (214) 443-3000.

    Where did Dr. Lemo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University at Buffalo Program

    • Medical School: University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Lemo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Pretei Lemo is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lemo speak?

    Dr. Lemo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemo typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lemo 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. Lemo. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lemo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pretei Lemo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lemo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lemo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lemo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 443-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lemo accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Lemo in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lemo's office located?

    Dr. Pretei Lemo's Primary Practice

    2727 E Lemmon Ave

    Dallas, TX 75204

    (214) 443-3000

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    Dr. Pretei Lemo's Practice 2

    400 W Suite 635

    Irving, TX 75063

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    Dr. Pretei Lemo's Practice 3

    2850 E Highway 114

    Trophy Club, TX 76262

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    What is Dr. Lemo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lemo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245495753.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lemo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lemo

    What is Dr. Pretei Lemo's specialty?

    Dr. Lemo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Dallas, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Pretei Lemo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lemo is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Uptown, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Medical City Mckinney Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Pretei Lemo accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Pretei Lemo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pretei Lemo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lemo's office at (214) 443-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pretei Lemo?

    Please contact Dr. Lemo's office at (214) 443-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lemo's office located?

    Dr. Lemo's offices are located in Dallas, TX, Irving, TX, and Trophy Club, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pretei Lemo have?

    Dr. Pretei Lemo is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.