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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lassiter, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lithonia, GA?
Dr. Richard Lassiter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lithonia, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Lassiter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lassiter’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lassiter’s office.
Is Dr. Lassiter board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lassiter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lassiter speak?
Dr. Lassiter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lassiter typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lassiter 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. Lassiter. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lassiter typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lassiter 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. Lassiter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lassiter accept my insurance?
Dr. Lassiter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lassiter accept in Lithonia, GA?
Dr. Lassiter in Lithonia, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lassiter's office located?
What is Dr. Lassiter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lassiter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376593780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lassiter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lassiter
What is Dr. Richard Lassiter's specialty?
Dr. Lassiter is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lithonia, GA.
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. Richard Lassiter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lassiter is affiliated with Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory University Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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 Richard Lassiter accepting new patients in Lithonia, GA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lassiter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lassiter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lassiter's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lassiter?
Please contact Dr. Lassiter's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lassiter have?
Dr. Richard Lassiter is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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