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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez Lara, Endocrinologist in Florence, SC?
Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Florence, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez Lara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez Lara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez Lara’s office at (843) 667-9414.
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez Lara speak?
Dr. Gonzalez Lara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gonzalez Lara treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Gonzalez Lara 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. Gonzalez Lara. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Which procedures does Dr. Gonzalez Lara perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office.
Does Dr. Gonzalez Lara accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez Lara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 667-9414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez Lara accept in Florence, SC?
Dr. Gonzalez Lara in Florence, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of South Carolina
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office located?
Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's Primary Practice
360 N Irby St
Florence, SC 29501
(843) 667-9414
What is Dr. Gonzalez Lara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez Lara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831677293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez Lara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez Lara
What is Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez Lara is a Endocrinologist near Florence, SC. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Gonzalez Lara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez Lara is affiliated with MUSC Health - Orangeburg, McLeod Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Melissa Gonzalez Lara accepting new patients in Florence, SC?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office at (843) 667-9414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Gonzalez Lara?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office at (843) 667-9414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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