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Dr. Samuel Lightsey, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pasadena, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lightsey, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?

    Dr. Samuel Lightsey, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lightsey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lightsey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lightsey’s office at (972) 579-8100.

    What languages does Dr. Lightsey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lightsey typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lightsey 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. Lightsey. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lightsey typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Samuel Lightsey may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lightsey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lightsey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 579-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lightsey accept in Pasadena, TX?

    Dr. Lightsey in Pasadena, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Holdings

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lightsey's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Lightsey's Primary Practice

    4500 E Sam Houston Pkwy S

    Pasadena, TX 77505

    (972) 579-8100

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    Dr. Samuel Lightsey's Practice 2

    3515 Rayford Rd

    Spring, TX 77386

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

    Dr. Lightsey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205026390.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lightsey?

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

    What is Dr. Samuel Lightsey's specialty?

    Dr. Lightsey is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX.

    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 Dr. Samuel Lightsey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lightsey is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, Medical City Las Colinas, Hillcrest Hospital South, Medical City Alliance Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Samuel Lightsey accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Lightsey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Lightsey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lightsey's office at (972) 579-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samuel Lightsey?

    Please contact Dr. Lightsey's office at (972) 579-8100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lightsey's office located?

    Dr. Lightsey's offices are located in Pasadena, TX and Spring, TX.