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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lamothe, Infectious Disease Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Margarita Lamothe, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lamothe graduated from Universidad Complutense De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina and completed her residency at Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Infectious Diseases. Dr. Lamothe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lamothe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lamothe’s office at (901) 685-3490.
Where did Dr. Lamothe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Regional Med Ctr At Memphis, Infectious Diseases
Medical School: University Complutense De Madrid, Fac De Med, Madrid, Spain | Universidad Complutense De Madrid, Facultad De Medicina
What languages does Dr. Lamothe speak?
Dr. Lamothe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Lamothe typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Lamothe 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. Lamothe. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Lamothe typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Lamothe performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lamothe. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Lamothe accept my insurance?
Dr. Lamothe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 685-3490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lamothe accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Lamothe in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lamothe's office located?
Dr. Margarita Lamothe's Primary Practice
6799 Great Oaks Rd Ste 250
Memphis, TN 38138
(901) 685-3490
What is Dr. Lamothe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lamothe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306887187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lamothe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lamothe
What is Dr. Margarita Lamothe's specialty?
Dr. Lamothe is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Memphis, TN.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Margarita Lamothe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lamothe is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Methodist University 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Margarita Lamothe accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Margarita Lamothe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margarita Lamothe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lamothe's office at (901) 685-3490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margarita Lamothe?
Please contact Dr. Lamothe's office at (901) 685-3490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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