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Dr. John Meek, MD

Lexington, KY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meek, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. John Meek, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Meek graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Infectious Diseases Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Meek is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meek’s office at (859) 277-4005.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Infectious Diseases Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of Ky Hospital Chandler Mc | University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | West Virginia University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Meek board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. John Meek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Meek speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Meek typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Meek 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. Meek. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Bone Infection
    • Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot

    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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Meek typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Meek 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. Meek. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
    • Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
    • Arm central line

    CPT Codes:

    • 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Meek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 277-4005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Meek's office located?

    Dr. John Meek's Primary Practice

    1720 Nicholasville Rd Ste 602

    Lexington, KY 40503

    (859) 277-4005

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

    Dr. Meek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891796298.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meek?

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

    What is Dr. John Meek's specialty?

    Dr. Meek is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Lexington, KY.

    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. John Meek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meek is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Richmond, Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Corbin, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Frankfort Regional Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 John Meek accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. John Meek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Meek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meek's office at (859) 277-4005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Meek?

    Please contact Dr. Meek's office at (859) 277-4005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Meek have?

    Dr. John Meek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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