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Dr. Lora Sherman, MD

Bellingham, WA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sherman, Family Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Lora Sherman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Sherman graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Multicare Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Sherman is fluent in English, French, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherman’s office at (360) 671-3225.

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

    • Residency: Multicare Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Lora Sherman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sherman speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sherman treat?

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

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    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:

    • Cancer pain
    • Pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lora Sherman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sherman's office.

    Does Dr. Sherman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 671-3225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sherman accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Sherman in Bellingham, WA 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sherman's office located?

    Dr. Lora Sherman's Primary Practice

    3015 Squalicum Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 671-3225

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    Dr. Lora Sherman's Practice 2

    4455 Cordata Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98226

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

    Dr. Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003968231.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherman?

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

    What is Dr. Lora Sherman's specialty?

    Dr. Sherman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA. 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. Sherman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lora Sherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sherman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center. 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 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 Lora Sherman accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Lora Sherman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lora Sherman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (360) 671-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lora Sherman?

    Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (360) 671-3225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lora Sherman have?

    Dr. Lora Sherman is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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