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Dr. Kito Lord, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lord, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Kito Lord, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. Dr. Lord is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lord’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lord’s office at (901) 545-7100.

    What languages does Dr. Lord speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Disease
    • Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
    • Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
    • Vaso-Occlusive Crisis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kito Lord may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lord accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lord accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 545-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lord accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Lord in Memphis, TN 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lord's office located?

    Dr. Kito Lord's Primary Practice

    877 Jefferson Ave

    Memphis, TN 38103

    (901) 545-7100

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lord affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lord has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Regional One Health - Regional Medical Center,Memphis, TN
    Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett,Bartlett, TN

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

    Dr. Lord's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629399779.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lord?

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

    What is Dr. Kito Lord's specialty?

    Dr. Lord is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Memphis, TN.

    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. Kito Lord affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lord is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, Great River 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. Kito Lord accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Kito Lord is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kito Lord offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lord's office at (901) 545-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kito Lord?

    Please contact Dr. Lord's office at (901) 545-7100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lord's office located?

    Dr. Lord's office is located in Memphis, TN.