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Dr. Carlos Lucero, MD

Buford, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lucero, Family Medicine Specialist in Buford, GA?

    Dr. Carlos Lucero, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buford, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lucero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucero’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucero’s office.

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carlos 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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucero accept in Buford, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Boon Administrative Services

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Clear Spring Health

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • QuikTrip Corporation

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Lucero's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Lucero's Primary Practice

    4445 S Lee St Ste 105

    Buford, GA 30518

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    Dr. Carlos Lucero's Practice 2

    485 Highway 29 N

    Athens, GA 30601

    (706) 353-6000

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    Dr. Carlos Lucero's Practice 3

    528 Panther Dr

    Jefferson, GA 30549

    (706) 387-5555

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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 1023421930.

    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. Carlos Lucero's specialty?

    Dr. Lucero is a Family Medicine Specialist near Buford, GA. 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. Carlos Lucero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lucero is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Piedmont Athens Regional 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 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 Carlos Lucero accepting new patients in Buford, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Carlos Lucero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucero's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carlos Lucero?

    Please contact Dr. Lucero's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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