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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lugo, Internist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Teresa Lugo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lugo completed her residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lugo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lugo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo’s office at (817) 335-2202.
Where did Dr. Lugo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr
Is Dr. Lugo board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Lugo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lugo speak?
Dr. Lugo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lugo typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lugo 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. Lugo. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lugo typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Teresa Lugo may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lugo accept my insurance?
Dr. Lugo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 335-2202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lugo accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Lugo in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lugo's office located?
What is Dr. Lugo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lugo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114029964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lugo
What is Dr. Teresa Lugo's specialty?
Dr. Lugo is a Internist near Fort Worth, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Teresa Lugo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lugo is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Teresa Lugo accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Lugo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Lugo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (817) 335-2202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Lugo?
Please contact Dr. Lugo's office at (817) 335-2202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Lugo have?
Dr. Teresa Lugo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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