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Dr. Laura Lhotka, MD

Dr. Laura Lhotka, MD

Detroit Lakes, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lhotka, Family Medicine Specialist in Detroit Lakes, MN?

    Dr. Laura Lhotka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Detroit Lakes, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lhotka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lhotka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lhotka’s office at (218) 847-5611.

    What languages does Dr. Lhotka speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lhotka typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lhotka 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. Lhotka. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lhotka typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Lhotka may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lhotka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lhotka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lhotka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 847-5611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lhotka accept in Detroit Lakes, MN?

    Dr. Lhotka in Detroit Lakes, MN 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 Minnesota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lhotka's office located?

    Dr. Laura Lhotka's Primary Practice

    1027 Washington Ave

    Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

    (218) 847-5611

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    Dr. Laura Lhotka's Practice 2

    300 E Main Ave

    Frazee, MN 56544

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

    Dr. Lhotka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003470048.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lhotka?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Lhotka's specialty?

    Dr. Lhotka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Detroit Lakes, MN.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Laura Lhotka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lhotka is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Laura Lhotka accepting new patients in Detroit Lakes, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Lhotka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Lhotka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lhotka's office at (218) 847-5611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Lhotka?

    Please contact Dr. Lhotka's office at (218) 847-5611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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