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Dr. Richard Lee, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Internist
,Medical Oncologist
,Hematology / Oncology Specialist
Cleveland, OH
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Richard Lee, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (216) 844-5884.
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lee typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Dietitian Re-assessment
- Nutritional Counseling Session
- Diet and Health Review
CPT Codes:
- 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes
Also known as:
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Acupuncture Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 844-5884 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Lee in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255503850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Richard Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Richard Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Richard Lee accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (216) 844-5884 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (216) 844-5884 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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