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Who is Dr. Puttock, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Lucas Puttock, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. Dr. Puttock is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puttock’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puttock’s office at (714) 456-7002.
What languages does Dr. Puttock speak?
Dr. Puttock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Puttock typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Puttock 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. Puttock. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Puttock typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucas Puttock may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Puttock's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puttock accept my insurance?
Dr. Puttock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-7002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puttock accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Puttock in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
HealthSmart
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Puttock's office located?
What is Dr. Puttock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puttock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194119008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puttock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puttock
What is Dr. Lucas Puttock's specialty?
Dr. Puttock is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Orange, CA.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Lucas Puttock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puttock is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucas Puttock accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Puttock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Puttock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puttock's office at (714) 456-7002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Puttock?
Please contact Dr. Puttock's office at (714) 456-7002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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