Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lyons, Gastroenterologist in North Chesterfield, VA?
Dr. Christopher Lyons, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in North Chesterfield, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (804) 330-4901.
Where did Dr. Lyons go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?
Dr. Lyons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Lyons treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Lyons 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. Lyons. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- Z860100: Personal history of colon polyps, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
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:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Other Non-Infectious Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Digestive Disease
- Non-Infectious Colitis
- Non-Infectious Enteritis
- Digestive Tract Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5289: Other specified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Which procedures does Dr. Lyons perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Lyons may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lyons' office.
Does Dr. Lyons accept my insurance?
Dr. Lyons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 330-4901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in North Chesterfield, VA?
Dr. Lyons in North Chesterfield, VA 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?
Dr. Christopher Lyons' Primary Practice
223 Wadsworth Dr
North Chesterfield, VA 23236
(804) 330-4901
What is Dr. Lyons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lyons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902808702.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lyons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lyons
What is Dr. Christopher Lyons's specialty?
Dr. Lyons is a Gastroenterologist near North Chesterfield, VA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Lyons to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center 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
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Is Christopher Lyons accepting new patients in North Chesterfield, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Lyons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (804) 330-4901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Lyons?
Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (804) 330-4901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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