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Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon, MD
Morris, IL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lugo-Colon, Cytopathologist in Morris, IL?
Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Morris, IL. Dr. Lugo-Colon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lugo-Colon’s office at (815) 705-7550.
What languages does Dr. Lugo-Colon speak?
Dr. Lugo-Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Lugo-Colon typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Lugo-Colon 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. Lugo-Colon. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Lugo-Colon typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Lugo-Colon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lugo-Colon accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Lugo-Colon's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Lugo-Colon's office located?
What is Dr. Lugo-Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lugo-Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952531311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lugo-Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lugo-Colon
What is Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon's specialty?
Dr. Lugo-Colon is a Cytopathologist near Morris, IL.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lugo-Colon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Hector Lugo-Colon accepting new patients in Morris, IL?
Yes, Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Lugo-Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lugo-Colon's office at (815) 705-7550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Lugo-Colon?
Please contact Dr. Lugo-Colon's office at (815) 705-7550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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