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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lahren, Internist in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Kris Lahren, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lahren graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases Naval Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lahren is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lahren’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lahren’s office at (715) 847-2480.
Where did Dr. Lahren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pulmonary Diseases Naval Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Naval Medical Center Portsmouth | Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lahren board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kris Lahren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lahren speak?
Dr. Lahren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lahren treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lahren 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. Lahren. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blastomycosis
- Fungal Infection
- North American blastomycosis', 'Gilchrist's disease
- Fungal infection (Blastomyces)
ICD-10 Codes:
- B409: Blastomycosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Which procedures does Dr. Lahren perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kris Lahren may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lahren's office.
Does Dr. Lahren accept my insurance?
Dr. Lahren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 847-2480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lahren accept in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Lahren in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Lahren's office located?
What is Dr. Lahren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lahren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700891546.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lahren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lahren
What is Dr. Kris Lahren's specialty?
Dr. Lahren is a Internist near Wausau, WI.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Lahren to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kris Lahren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lahren is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital 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 Internist?
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Is Kris Lahren accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?
Yes, Dr. Kris Lahren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kris Lahren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lahren's office at (715) 847-2480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kris Lahren?
Please contact Dr. Lahren's office at (715) 847-2480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kris Lahren have?
Dr. Kris Lahren is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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