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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lyon, Critical Care Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sarah Lyon, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Lyon graduated from Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Lyon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyon’s office at (215) 662-3202.
Where did Dr. Lyon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lyon board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Lyon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lyon speak?
Dr. Lyon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lyon typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Lyon 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. Lyon. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lyon typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Lyon may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lyon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lyon accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-3202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyon accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lyon in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lyon's office located?
What is Dr. Lyon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306900659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyon
What is Dr. Sarah Lyon's specialty?
Dr. Lyon is a Critical Care Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Sarah Lyon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyon is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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 Sarah Lyon accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Lyon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Lyon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (215) 662-3202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Lyon?
Please contact Dr. Lyon's office at (215) 662-3202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Lyon have?
Dr. Sarah Lyon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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