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Dr. Michael Lew, MD

Surgeon

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lew, Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Michael Lew, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lew’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lew’s office at (612) 672-6000.

    What languages does Dr. Lew speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Lew 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. Lew. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory collapse
    • Systemic shock
    • Acute circulatory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R578: Other shock

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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

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

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Lew may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 672-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lew accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Lew in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minnesota

    • HealthPartners

    • Medica Group

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lew's office located?

    Dr. Michael Lew's Primary Practice

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

    (612) 672-6000

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    Dr. Michael Lew's Practice 2

    909 Fulton St SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55455

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

    Dr. Lew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720427768.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lew?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Lew's specialty?

    Dr. Lew is a Surgeon near Minneapolis, MN.

    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. Michael Lew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lew is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove Hospital, United Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Medina 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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. Michael Lew accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Lew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Lew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lew's office at (612) 672-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Lew?

    Please contact Dr. Lew's office at (612) 672-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lew's office located?

    Dr. Lew's office is located in Minneapolis, MN.