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Dr. Thomas Lucas, MD

Sumter, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lucas, Family Medicine Specialist in Sumter, SC?

    Dr. Thomas Lucas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sumter, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lucas graduated from MED UNIV OF SC COLL OF MEDICINE. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (803) 773-5227.

    Where did Dr. Lucas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: MED UNIV OF SC COLL OF MEDICINE

    Is Dr. Lucas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Lucas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas 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. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lucas typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lucas. 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:

    • Bladder Ultrasound for Residual Urine
    • Post-void residual urine measurement
    • Bladder capacity ultrasound
    • Non-imaging bladder scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 51798: Measurement of post-voiding residual urine and/or bladder capacity by ultrasound, non-imaging

    Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 773-5227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Sumter, SC?

    Dr. Lucas in Sumter, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Thomas Lucas' Primary Practice

    325 Broad St Ste 100

    Sumter, SC 29150

    (803) 773-5227

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    Dr. Thomas Lucas' Practice 2

    385 W Wesmark Blvd

    Sumter, SC 29150

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    Dr. Thomas Lucas' Practice 3

    674 W Liberty St

    Sumter, SC 29150

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

    Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477746998.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Lucas's specialty?

    Dr. Lucas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sumter, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Thomas Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Baptist Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Thomas Lucas accepting new patients in Sumter, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Lucas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (803) 773-5227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Lucas?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (803) 773-5227 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Lucas' office is located in Sumter, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Lucas have?

    Dr. Thomas Lucas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.