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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lykins, Hospitalist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Joseph Lykins, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lykins completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Barrow Neur Inst St Jos Hp Mc, Neurology. Dr. Lykins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lykins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lykins’s office at (520) 290-5888.
Where did Dr. Lykins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Barrow Neur Inst St Jos Hp Mc, Neurology | Barrow Neur Institute St Jos Hp Mc
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo
Is Dr. Lykins board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lykins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lykins speak?
Dr. Lykins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lykins typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lykins 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. Lykins. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lykins typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Lykins may include:
Please contact Dr. Lykins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lykins accept my insurance?
Dr. Lykins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 290-5888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lykins accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lykins in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lykins' office located?
Dr. Joseph Lykins' Primary Practice
6350 W Marana Center Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85742
(520) 290-5888
What is Dr. Lykins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lykins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447205174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lykins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lykins
What is Dr. Joseph Lykins's specialty?
Dr. Lykins is a Hospitalist near Tucson, AZ.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Joseph Lykins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lykins is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joseph Lykins accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Lykins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Lykins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lykins's office at (520) 290-5888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Lykins?
Please contact Dr. Lykins's office at (520) 290-5888 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Lykins have?
Dr. Joseph Lykins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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