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42 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Lakho, Internist in Fairview Heights, IL?
Dr. Mazhar Lakho, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fairview Heights, IL. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lakho graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; G C Morton Cancer Res Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine. Dr. Lakho is fluent in English, Sindhi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakho’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakho’s office at (618) 235-8720.
Where did Dr. Lakho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; G C Morton Cancer Res Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine | University of South Florida Morsani (Morton Plant Mease Health Care) Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Lakho board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mazhar Lakho, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lakho speak?
Dr. Lakho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sindhi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Lakho treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lakho 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. Lakho. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Nicotine Addiction
- Smoking
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arthritis in Multiple Joints
- Arthritis
- Widespread Arthritis
- Multiple Joint Inflammation
- Generalized Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M130: Polyarthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Combined Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety with Other Symptoms
- Complex Anxiety
ICD-10 Codes:
- F413: Other mixed anxiety disorders
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble sleeping
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4700: Insomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E668: Other obesity
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Lakho perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Mazhar Lakho 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. Lakho's office.
Does Dr. Lakho accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 235-8720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakho accept in Fairview Heights, IL?
Dr. Lakho in Fairview Heights, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lakho's office located?
Dr. Mazhar Lakho's Primary Practice
5032 N Illinois St Ste A
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
(618) 235-8720
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mazhar Lakho?
Dr. Lakho has appointments available at his Fairview Heights, IL office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Lakho's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811997380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakho
What is Dr. Mazhar Lakho's specialty?
Dr. Lakho is a Internist near Fairview Heights, IL.
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. Lakho to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Mazhar Lakho affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lakho is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bjc Healthcare - Memorial 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
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Is Mazhar Lakho accepting new patients in Fairview Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Mazhar Lakho is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mazhar Lakho offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lakho, or call (618) 235-8720 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Mazhar Lakho?
Please contact Dr. Lakho's office at (618) 235-8720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mazhar Lakho have?
Dr. Mazhar Lakho is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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