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Dr. Edgar Emeric, MD

Dr. Edgar Emeric, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Emeric, Family Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Edgar Emeric, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Emeric graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Sch Of Med, Family Practice. Dr. Emeric is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emeric’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emeric’s office at (859) 273-3888.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Sch Of Med, Family Practice | University Of Al School Of Med | University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Emeric board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Emeric, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Emeric speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Emeric typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Emeric 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. Emeric. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Emeric typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edgar Emeric may include:

    Please contact Dr. Emeric's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Emeric accept my insurance?

    Dr. Emeric accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 273-3888 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Emeric accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Emeric in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Emeric's office located?

    Dr. Edgar Emeric's Primary Practice

    4071 Tates Creek Centre Dr Ste 100

    Lexington, KY 40517

    (859) 273-3888

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    Dr. Edgar Emeric's Practice 2

    1 Saint Joseph Dr

    Lexington, KY 40504

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    Dr. Edgar Emeric's Practice 3

    360 Amsden Ave

    Versailles, KY 40383

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

    Dr. Emeric's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619978566.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emeric?

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

    What is Dr. Edgar Emeric's specialty?

    Dr. Emeric is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Edgar Emeric affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Emeric is affiliated with Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph London, Clark Regional Medical Center, Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Lexington 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Edgar Emeric accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Edgar Emeric is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edgar Emeric offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Emeric's office at (859) 273-3888 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edgar Emeric?

    Please contact Dr. Emeric's office at (859) 273-3888 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Emeric's office located?

    Dr. Emeric's offices are located in Lexington, KY and Versailles, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Emeric have?

    Dr. Edgar Emeric is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.