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Dr. Kenneth Lucero, MD

Blythe, CA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lucero, Family Medicine Specialist in Blythe, CA?

    Dr. Kenneth Lucero, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Blythe, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Lucero graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Lucero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucero’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucero’s office at (760) 922-4981.

    Where did Dr. Lucero go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of California

    What languages does Dr. Lucero speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lucero treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucero 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. Lucero. 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
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
    • Worn Neck Discs
    • Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Which procedures does Dr. Lucero perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Lucero may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lucero's office.

    Does Dr. Lucero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 922-4981 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucero accept in Blythe, CA?

    Dr. Lucero in Blythe, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Clever Care Health Plan

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lucero's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Lucero's Primary Practice

    321 W Hobsonway Ste C

    Blythe, CA 92225

    (760) 922-4981

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    Dr. Kenneth Lucero's Practice 2

    852 E Danenberg Dr

    El Centro, CA 92243

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    Dr. Kenneth Lucero's Practice 3

    170 S 3rd St

    Blythe, CA 92225

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

    Dr. Lucero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417079989.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucero?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Lucero's specialty?

    Dr. Lucero is a Family Medicine Specialist near Blythe, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lucero to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Lucero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lucero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Palo Verde Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Kenneth Lucero accepting new patients in Blythe, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Lucero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Lucero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucero's office at (760) 922-4981 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Lucero?

    Please contact Dr. Lucero's office at (760) 922-4981 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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