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Dr. Hernando Lyons, MD

Detroit, MI

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lyons, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Hernando Lyons, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Lyons graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Lyons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lyons’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lyons’s office at (734) 763-5302.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Lyons board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hernando Lyons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Lyons speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lyons treat?

    As a Pediatric 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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5909: Other constipation
    • K5900: Constipation, 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Nausea
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • IBS-D
    • Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Diarrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Liver Function Test
    • Liver Disease
    • Irregular Liver Function Study
    • Unusual Liver Exam
    • Liver Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lyons perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Does Dr. Lyons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lyons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 763-5302 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lyons accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Lyons in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicaid

    • PreferredOne

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lyons' office located?

    Dr. Hernando Lyons' Primary Practice

    22201 Moross Rd Ste 270

    Detroit, MI 48236

    (734) 763-5302

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    Dr. Hernando Lyons' Practice 2

    17900 23 Mile Rd

    Macomb, MI 48044

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    Dr. Hernando Lyons' Practice 3

    26750 Providence Pkwy Ste 230

    Novi, MI 48374

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    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 1245224906.

    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. Hernando Lyons's specialty?

    Dr. Lyons is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Detroit, MI. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Lyons to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hernando Lyons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lyons is affiliated with Ascension St. John 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Pediatric Gastroenterologist with 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 Hernando Lyons accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Hernando Lyons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hernando Lyons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (734) 763-5302 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hernando Lyons?

    Please contact Dr. Lyons's office at (734) 763-5302 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hernando Lyons have?

    Dr. Hernando Lyons is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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