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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lizak, Internist in Lehighton, PA?
Dr. Richard Lizak, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lehighton, PA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Lizak graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lizak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lizak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lizak’s office at (610) 377-7793.
Where did Dr. Lizak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp, Internal Medicine | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lizak board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lizak, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lizak speak?
Dr. Lizak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lizak typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lizak 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. Lizak. 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:
- 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
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lizak typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lizak 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. Lizak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lizak accept my insurance?
Dr. Lizak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 377-7793 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lizak accept in Lehighton, PA?
Dr. Lizak in Lehighton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lizak's office located?
What is Dr. Lizak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lizak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972552370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lizak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lizak
What is Dr. Richard Lizak's specialty?
Dr. Lizak is a Internist near Lehighton, PA.
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. Richard Lizak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lizak is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Lizak accepting new patients in Lehighton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lizak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lizak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lizak's office at (610) 377-7793 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lizak?
Please contact Dr. Lizak's office at (610) 377-7793 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lizak have?
Dr. Richard Lizak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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