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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lough, Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. John Lough, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. Dr. Lough is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lough’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lough’s office at (408) 885-5000.
What languages does Dr. Lough speak?
Dr. Lough and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lough typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lough 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. Lough. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lough typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lough performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lough. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Lough accept my insurance?
Dr. Lough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lough accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Lough in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Conifer Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lough's office located?
What is Dr. Lough's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629487368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lough?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lough
What is Dr. John Lough's specialty?
Dr. Lough is a Internist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Lough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lough is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is John Lough accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Lough is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Lough offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lough's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Lough?
Please contact Dr. Lough's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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