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Dr. Stephen Lingo, MD

Dr. Stephen Lingo, MD

Charlotte, NC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lingo, Internist in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Stephen Lingo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lingo graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at UNC Hospitals. He is a member of the American College of Physicians. Dr. Lingo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lingo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lingo’s office at (704) 446-2620.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lingo?

    Dr. Stephen Lingo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lingo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Illness, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Wellness Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlotte/NC community, Dr. Lingo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: UNC Hospitals

    • Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lingo board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Lingo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007

    What languages does Dr. Lingo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lingo treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Lingo 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. Lingo. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Lingo perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Stephen Lingo may include:

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    Does Dr. Lingo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lingo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 446-2620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lingo accept in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Lingo in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Agelity

    • Alliance Behavioral Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lingo's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Lingo's Primary Practice

    3025 Springbank Ln Ste 100

    Charlotte, NC 28226

    (704) 446-2620

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    Dr. Stephen Lingo's Practice 2

    10545 Blair Rd

    Mint Hill, NC 28227

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    Dr. Stephen Lingo's Practice 3

    548 White Oaks Dr

    Salisbury, NC 28147

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Physicians

    Member

    Awards

    NCQA Diabetes Physician Recognition Program

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

    Dr. Lingo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376658575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lingo?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Lingo's specialty?

    Dr. Lingo is a Internist near Charlotte, NC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Lingo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Lingo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lingo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Stephen Lingo accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Lingo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Lingo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lingo's office at (704) 446-2620 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Lingo?

    Please contact Dr. Lingo's office at (704) 446-2620 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Lingo have?

    Dr. Stephen Lingo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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