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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meals, Internist in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Lee Meals, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Paducah, KY. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Meals is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meals’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meals’s office at (270) 554-4820.
Is Dr. Meals board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Meals, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meals speak?
Dr. Meals and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Meals treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Meals 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. Meals. 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:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asbestos-Related Lung Disease
- Berylliosis
- Silicosis
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Asbestosis
- Pneumoconiosis
- Lung Disease from Asbestos
- Beryllium Lung Disease
- Chronic Beryllium Disease
- Silica Lung Disease
- Dust Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J61: Pneumoconiosis due to asbestos and other mineral fibers
- J632: Berylliosis
- J628: Pneumoconiosis due to other dust containing silica
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Which procedures does Dr. Meals perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lee Meals may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Meals' office.
Does Dr. Meals accept my insurance?
Dr. Meals accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 554-4820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meals accept in Paducah, KY?
Dr. Meals in Paducah, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
United States Department of Labor
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Meals' office located?
What is Dr. Meals's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meals's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578622379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meals?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meals
What is Dr. Lee Meals's specialty?
Dr. Meals is a Internist near Paducah, KY.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Meals to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lee Meals affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meals is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Presbyterian Santa Fe 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Lee Meals accepting new patients in Paducah, KY?
Yes, Dr. Lee Meals is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Meals offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meals's office at (270) 554-4820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Meals?
Please contact Dr. Meals's office at (270) 554-4820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Meals have?
Dr. Lee Meals is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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