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Dr. Richard Lucas, MD

Norristown, PA

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    Who is Dr. Lucas, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norristown, PA?

    Dr. Richard Lucas, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norristown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Lucas completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (610) 278-2000.

    Where did Dr. Lucas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine

    Is Dr. Lucas board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lucas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?

    Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lucas treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4189: Other specified sepsis

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Lucas perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Lucas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 278-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Norristown, PA?

    Dr. Lucas in Norristown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Richard Lucas' Primary Practice

    2701 DeKalb Pike

    Norristown, PA 19401

    (610) 278-2000

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    Dr. Richard Lucas' Practice 2

    2601 Holme Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19152

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    Dr. Richard Lucas' Practice 3

    501 Bath Rd

    Bristol, PA 19007

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    What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598709859.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas

    What is Dr. Richard Lucas's specialty?

    Dr. Lucas is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norristown, PA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Lucas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lucas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nazareth Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist 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 Richard Lucas accepting new patients in Norristown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Lucas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (610) 278-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Lucas?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (610) 278-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lucas have?

    Dr. Richard Lucas is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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