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Dr. John Lyons, MD

Surgeon

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lyons, Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. John Lyons, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (786) 254-7009.

    What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?

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

    • English
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lyons typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lyons typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. John Lyons may include:

    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 (786) 254-7009 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Lyons in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Georgia

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    Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?

    Dr. John Lyons' Primary Practice

    1364 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (786) 254-7009

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    What is Dr. Lyons's NPI number?A 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 1801187844.

    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. John Lyons's specialty?

    Dr. Lyons is a Surgeon near Atlanta, GA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. John Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Southern Regional Medical Center, Phoebe Putney Memorial 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

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    Is Dr. John Lyons accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. John Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Lyons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lyons' office at (786) 254-7009 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Lyons?

    Please contact Dr. Lyons' office at (786) 254-7009 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?

    Dr. Lyons' office is located in Atlanta, GA.