RL
40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lyons, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Richard Lyons, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ayer, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Lyons completed his residency at Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (207) 795-0111.
Where did Dr. Lyons go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jacksonville Hlth Ed Prog, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Lyons board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lyons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?
Dr. Lyons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lyons typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lyons 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. Lyons' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lyons accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 795-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in Ayer, MA?
Dr. Lyons in Ayer, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?
What is Dr. Lyons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154463867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyons
What is Dr. Richard Lyons's specialty?
Dr. Lyons is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Ayer, MA.
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 Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lyons is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Richard Lyons accepting new patients in Ayer, MA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lyons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (207) 795-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lyons?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (207) 795-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lyons have?
Dr. Richard Lyons is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Ayer, MA
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Steven Crespo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Methuen, MA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified.
Methuen, MA
II
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Ignatius Ignatius, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years.
Fall River, MA
JG
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Joseph Grueter, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Taunton, MA with 2 additional practice locations.
Taunton, MA