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Who is Dr. Lucas Ehmer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lucas Ehmer graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Lucas Ehmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas Ehmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas Ehmer’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Where did Dr. Lucas Ehmer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Lucas Ehmer board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lucas Ehmer speak?
Dr. Lucas Ehmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas Ehmer typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas Ehmer 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. Lucas Ehmer. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Threatened Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Threatened Spontaneous Abortion
- Signs of Miscarriage
- Early Pregnancy Bleeding with Risk of Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O200: Threatened abortion
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas Ehmer typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lucas Ehmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lucas Ehmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas Ehmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas Ehmer accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Lucas Ehmer in San Jose, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Lucas Ehmer's office located?
What is Dr. Lucas Ehmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucas Ehmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558393678.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas Ehmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas Ehmer
What is Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer's specialty?
Dr. Lucas Ehmer is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lucas Ehmer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, St. Louise Regional Hospital, Oconnor Hospital, Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Lucas Ehmer accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucas Ehmer's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Lucas Ehmer?
Please contact Dr. Lucas Ehmer's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer have?
Dr. Heather Lucas Ehmer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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