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Dr. Joseph Lykins, MD

Tucson, AZ

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 Medicare, UnitedHealthcare 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 Dr. Lykins 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.

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Which procedures does Dr. Lykins perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Lykins may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lykins' office.

    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 Health Plan

    • Banner Health

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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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

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    Dr. Joseph Lykins' Practice 2

    3945 E Paradise Falls Dr Ste 201

    Tucson, AZ 85712

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    Dr. Joseph Lykins' Practice 3

    1601 W Saint Marys Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85745

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    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. 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. Contact Dr. Lykins to book an appointment today.

    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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with 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 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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