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Dr. Lauren Michels, DO

The Woodlands, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Michels, Family Medicine Specialist in The Woodlands, TX?

    Dr. Lauren Michels, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Michels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michels’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michels’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Michels speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Michels 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. Michels. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Michels may include:

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

    Does Dr. Michels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Michels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Michels accept in The Woodlands, TX?

    Dr. Michels in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Michels' office located?

    Dr. Lauren Michels' Primary Practice

    4185 Technology Forest Blvd Ste 210

    The Woodlands, TX 77381

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    Dr. Lauren Michels' Practice 2

    17521 St Lukes Way Ste 190

    The Woodlands, TX 77384

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    Dr. Lauren Michels' Practice 3

    1011 Medical Plaza Dr Ste 150

    The Woodlands, TX 77380

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

    Dr. Michels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962884023.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michels?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Michels's specialty?

    Dr. Michels is a Family Medicine Specialist near The Woodlands, TX.

    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. Lauren Michels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Michels is affiliated with Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands 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 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 Lauren Michels accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Michels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Michels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Michels's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Michels?

    Please contact Dr. Michels's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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