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Dr. Loren Hughes, MD

Dr. Loren Hughes, MD

Collinsville, IL

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hughes, Family Medicine Specialist in Collinsville, IL?

    Dr. Loren Hughes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Collinsville, IL. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Hughes graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office at (618) 344-3046.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Southern Il Univ Sch Of Med- Springfield Il | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hughes board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Hughes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Iron
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D508: Other iron deficiency anemias

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hughes typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Loren Hughes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 344-3046 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Collinsville, IL?

    Dr. Hughes in Collinsville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Alliance (HAMP)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Loren Hughes' Primary Practice

    1950 Vandalia St

    Collinsville, IL 62234

    (618) 344-3046

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

    Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104843796.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?

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

    What is Dr. Loren Hughes's specialty?

    Dr. Hughes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Collinsville, IL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Loren Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hughes 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Loren Hughes accepting new patients in Collinsville, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Loren Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loren Hughes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (618) 344-3046 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Loren Hughes?

    Please contact Dr. Hughes' office at (618) 344-3046 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?

    Dr. Hughes' office is located in Collinsville, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loren Hughes have?

    Dr. Loren Hughes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.