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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lake, Rheumatologist in North Platte, NE?
Dr. Kristin Lake, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in North Platte, NE. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Lake is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lake’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lake’s office.
What languages does Dr. Lake speak?
Dr. Lake and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lake typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Lake 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. Lake. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Dermatomyositis
- Polymyositis
- Muscle Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3390: Dermatopolymyositis, unspecified, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis
- Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- nr-axSpA
- Early Axial Spondyloarthritis
- Axial Spondyloarthritis without X-ray changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M45A0: Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis of unspecified sites in spine
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lake typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristin Lake may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Lake's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lake accept my insurance?
Dr. Lake accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lake accept in North Platte, NE?
Dr. Lake in North Platte, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Fidelity
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lake's office located?
What is Dr. Lake's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548209174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lake?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lake
What is Dr. Kristin Lake's specialty?
Dr. Lake is a Rheumatologist near North Platte, NE.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Kristin Lake affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lake is affiliated with Great Plains Health 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
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Is Kristin Lake accepting new patients in North Platte, NE?
Yes, Dr. Kristin Lake is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristin Lake offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristin Lake?
Please contact Dr. Lake's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Lake
Great Plains Health
601 W Leota St
North Platte, NE 69101