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32 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Lucas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Eric Lucas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Lucas graduated from Morehouse School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Emergency Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (228) 809-5000.
Where did Dr. Lucas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Emergency Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Internal Medicine | Charity Hospital Lsu Mc
Medical School: Morehouse Sch of Med, Atlanta Ga | Morehouse School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lucas board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Lucas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?
Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lucas treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
- I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Lucas perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Lucas may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lucas' office.
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 809-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Lucas in Mobile, AL 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
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
Dr. Eric Lucas' Primary Practice
1700 Spring Hill Ave Ste 100
Mobile, AL 36604
(228) 809-5000
What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639220270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas
What is Dr. Eric Lucas's specialty?
Dr. Lucas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Mobile, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Lucas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eric Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lucas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Usa Health - University Hospital, Mobile Infirmary. 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Eric Lucas accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Eric Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Lucas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (228) 809-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Lucas?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (228) 809-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Lucas have?
Dr. Eric Lucas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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