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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aycock, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Richard Aycock, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Aycock graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Aycock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aycock’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aycock’s office at (318) 212-5500.
Where did Dr. Aycock go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Aycock board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Aycock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aycock speak?
Dr. Aycock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aycock typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aycock 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. Aycock. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Scalp Bruise
- Bruises
- Bruised scalp
- Scalp contusion
- Head bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aycock typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Aycock may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Aycock's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aycock accept my insurance?
Dr. Aycock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aycock accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Aycock in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aycock's office located?
What is Dr. Aycock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aycock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902950363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aycock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aycock
What is Dr. Richard Aycock's specialty?
Dr. Aycock is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lubbock, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Aycock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aycock is affiliated with Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Roosevelt General 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Aycock accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Aycock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Aycock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aycock's office at (318) 212-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Aycock?
Please contact Dr. Aycock's office at (318) 212-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Aycock have?
Dr. Richard Aycock is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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