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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lea, Infectious Disease Specialist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Alfred Lea, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lea graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Other Specialty. Dr. Lea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lea’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lea’s office at (409) 772-2222.
Where did Dr. Lea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Baylor Coll Of Med, Other Specialty
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lea board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Lea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lea speak?
Dr. Lea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lea treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Lea 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. Lea. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Lea perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alfred Lea may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lea's office.
Does Dr. Lea accept my insurance?
Dr. Lea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lea accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Lea in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CornerStone PRFD Resources
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lea's office located?
What is Dr. Lea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396825790.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lea
What is Dr. Alfred Lea's specialty?
Dr. Lea is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Galveston, TX.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Lea to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alfred Lea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lea is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Alfred Lea accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Lea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Lea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lea's office at (409) 772-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Lea?
Please contact Dr. Lea's office at (409) 772-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Lea have?
Dr. Alfred Lea is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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