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Dr. Raymond Lucas, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lucas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Raymond Lucas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Lucas completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (202) 741-2222.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl

    Is Dr. Lucas board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Lucas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:

    • 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, 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:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Raymond Lucas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Lucas in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Raymond Lucas' Primary Practice

    2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 741-2222

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    Dr. Raymond Lucas' Practice 2

    900 23rd St NW

    Washington, DC 20037

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

    Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255405395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?

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

    What is Dr. Raymond Lucas's specialty?

    Dr. Lucas is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Raymond Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Raymond Lucas accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raymond Lucas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (202) 741-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Raymond Lucas?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (202) 741-2222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Lucas' office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Raymond Lucas have?

    Dr. Raymond Lucas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.