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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lex, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Carolyn Lex, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bangor, ME. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Lex is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lex’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lex’s office at (207) 907-1703.
Is Dr. Lex board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lex, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lex speak?
Dr. Lex and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lex typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lex 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. Lex. 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:
- 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lex typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carolyn Lex may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lex's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lex accept my insurance?
Dr. Lex accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 907-1703 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lex accept in Bangor, ME?
Dr. Lex in Bangor, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
State of Maine
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lex's office located?
What is Dr. Lex's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lex's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861605131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lex?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lex
What is Dr. Carolyn Lex's specialty?
Dr. Lex is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bangor, ME.
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 this Dr. Carolyn Lex affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lex is affiliated with St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital - Nashua, Nh 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
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Is Carolyn Lex accepting new patients in Bangor, ME?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lex is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolyn Lex offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lex's office at (207) 907-1703 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Lex?
Please contact Dr. Lex's office at (207) 907-1703 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Lex have?
Dr. Carolyn Lex is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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