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Dr. Lakesha Smith, MD

Anesthesiologist

Quincy, IL

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smith, Anesthesiologist in Quincy, IL?

    Dr. Lakesha Smith, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Quincy, IL. She has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Smith completed her residency at UMDNJ. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (217) 223-8400.

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

    • Residency: UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Smith typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Smith typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakesha Smith may include:

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

    Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 223-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Quincy, IL?

    Dr. Smith in Quincy, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Lakesha Smith's Primary Practice

    1005 Broadway St

    Quincy, IL 62301

    (217) 223-8400

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

    Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780867283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Lakesha Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is an Anesthesiologist near Quincy, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Lakesha Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Lakesha Smith accepting new patients in Quincy, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Lakesha Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakesha Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (217) 223-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lakesha Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (217) 223-8400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Smith's office is located in Quincy, IL.