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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lucero, Hospitalist in Sayre, PA?
Dr. David Lucero, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sayre, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lucero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucero’s office at (570) 888-5858.
What languages does Dr. Lucero speak?
Dr. Lucero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lucero typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lucero 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. Lucero. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lucero typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. David Lucero may include:
Please contact Dr. Lucero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lucero accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 888-5858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucero accept in Sayre, PA?
Dr. Lucero in Sayre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Highmark Health
Jefferson Health
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lucero's office located?
What is Dr. Lucero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982133781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucero
What is Dr. David Lucero's specialty?
Dr. Lucero is a Hospitalist near Sayre, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. David Lucero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lucero is affiliated with Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital 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
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Is David Lucero accepting new patients in Sayre, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Lucero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Lucero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucero's office at (570) 888-5858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Lucero?
Please contact Dr. Lucero's office at (570) 888-5858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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