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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sams, Internist in Pearl, MS?
Dr. Lucius Sams, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pearl, MS. He is board certified. Dr. Sams graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sams’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sams’s office at (601) 825-9000.
Where did Dr. Sams go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms | University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sams board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lucius Sams, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sams speak?
Dr. Sams and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sams typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sams 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. Sams. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sams typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lucius Sams may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sams' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sams accept my insurance?
Dr. Sams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 825-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sams accept in Pearl, MS?
Dr. Sams in Pearl, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Shared Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sams' office located?
What is Dr. Sams's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003838699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sams?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sams
What is Dr. Lucius Sams's specialty?
Dr. Sams is a Internist near Pearl, MS.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Lucius Sams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sams is affiliated with St. Dominic 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lucius Sams accepting new patients in Pearl, MS?
Yes, Dr. Lucius Sams is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucius Sams offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sams's office at (601) 825-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucius Sams?
Please contact Dr. Sams's office at (601) 825-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lucius Sams have?
Dr. Lucius Sams is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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