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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kost, Family Medicine Specialist in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Lukas Kost, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA. Dr. Kost is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kost’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kost’s office at (925) 692-5520.
What languages does Dr. Kost speak?
Dr. Kost and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kost typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kost 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. Kost. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
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:
- 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kost typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kost performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kost. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Kost accept my insurance?
Dr. Kost accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 692-5520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kost accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Dr. Kost in Pleasant Hill, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kost's office located?
Dr. Lukas Kost's Primary Practice
2675 Pleasant Hill Rd
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
(925) 692-5520
What is Dr. Kost's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kost's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306420559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kost?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kost
What is Dr. Lukas Kost's specialty?
Dr. Kost is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pleasant Hill, CA.
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. Lukas Kost affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kost is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 Lukas Kost accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lukas Kost is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lukas Kost offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (925) 692-5520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lukas Kost?
Please contact Dr. Kost's office at (925) 692-5520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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