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Dr. Edgar Lei

Smyrna, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lei, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Smyrna, TN?

    Dr. Edgar Lei is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Smyrna, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lei’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lei’s office at (615) 768-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Lei speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lei typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lei 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. Lei. 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:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lei typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edgar Lei may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 768-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lei accept in Smyrna, TN?

    Dr. Lei in Smyrna, TN 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Cost Solutions

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lei's office located?

    Dr. Edgar Lei's Primary Practice

    200 Stonecrest Blvd

    Smyrna, TN 37167

    (615) 768-2000

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    Dr. Edgar Lei's Practice 2

    391 Wallace Rd

    Nashville, TN 37211

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    Dr. Edgar Lei's Practice 3

    1818 Albion St

    Nashville, TN 37208

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

    Dr. Lei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558893669.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lei?

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

    What is Dr. Edgar Lei's specialty?

    Dr. Lei is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Smyrna, TN.

    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 Dr. Edgar Lei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lei is affiliated with Nashville General Hospital, Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Highpoint Health – Sumner With Ascension Saint Thomas, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Tristar Stonecrest Medical Center, Tristar Summit Medical Center 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

    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 Dr. Edgar Lei accepting new patients in Smyrna, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Lei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edgar Lei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lei's office at (615) 768-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Lei?

    Please contact Dr. Lei's office at (615) 768-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lei's office located?

    Dr. Lei's offices are located in Smyrna, TN and Nashville, TN.