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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deere, Critical Care Internist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Lekha Deere, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Deere is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deere’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deere’s office at (601) 815-2005.
What languages does Dr. Deere speak?
Dr. Deere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Deere treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Deere 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. Deere. 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.
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Deere perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lekha Deere may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Deere's office.
Does Dr. Deere accept my insurance?
Dr. Deere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deere accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Deere in Jackson, MS 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 Mississippi
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
State of Tennessee
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Deere's office located?
What is Dr. Deere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083025324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deere?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deere
What is Dr. Lekha Deere's specialty?
Dr. Deere is a Critical Care Internist near Jackson, MS. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Deere to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lekha Deere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deere is affiliated with University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMMC Grenada 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Lekha Deere accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Lekha Deere is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lekha Deere offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deere's office at (601) 815-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lekha Deere?
Please contact Dr. Deere's office at (601) 815-2005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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