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Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara, MD

Endocrinologist

Florence, SC

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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gonzalez Lara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez Lara’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gonzalez Lara typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
    • Overactive Thyroid
    • Thyrotoxicosis
    • High Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    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

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gonzalez Lara typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara may include:

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

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara's Practice 2

    12 W South St

    Manning, SC 29102

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gonzalez Lara affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Gonzalez Lara has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Medical University Hospital Authority,Florence, SC
    Musc Health Black River Medical Center,Cades, SC
    Musc Health Marion Medical Center,Mullins, SC
    Mcleod Health Clarendon,Manning, SC

    What is Dr. Gonzalez Lara's NPI number?A 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 an Endocrinologist near Florence, SC.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gonzalez Lara is affiliated with Mcleod Regional Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Melissa Gonzalez Lara?

    Please contact Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office at (843) 667-9414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gonzalez Lara's office located?

    Dr. Gonzalez Lara's offices are located in Florence, SC and Manning, SC.