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Dr. Gary Lucas, MD

Surgeon

Gig Harbor, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lucas, Surgeon in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Gary Lucas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gig Harbor, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (206) 386-2123.

    What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Gary Lucas may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 386-2123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Dr. Lucas in Gig Harbor, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Gary Lucas' Primary Practice

    4700 Point Fosdick Dr

    Gig Harbor, WA 98335

    (206) 386-2123

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    Smc General Surgery Residency Program

    747 Broadway

    Seattle, WA 98122

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    Dr. Gary Lucas' Practice 3

    311 S L St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lucas affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lucas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Multicare Tacoma General Hospital,Tacoma, WA

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

    Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598297889.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Lucas's specialty?

    Dr. Lucas is a Surgeon near Gig Harbor, WA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Gary Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore 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 Dr. Gary Lucas accepting new patients in Gig Harbor, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Lucas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (206) 386-2123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Lucas?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (206) 386-2123 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Lucas' offices are located in Gig Harbor, WA, Seattle, WA, and Tacoma, WA.