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Dr. Lee Farmer, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farmer, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Lee Farmer, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Farmer completed his residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (480) 961-2303.

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

    • Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi

    Is Dr. Farmer board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Farmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Farmer typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Farmer typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lee Farmer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 961-2303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Farmer in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?

    Dr. Lee Farmer's Primary Practice

    4530 E Muirwood Dr Ste 105

    Phoenix, AZ 85048

    (480) 961-2303

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    Dr. Lee Farmer's Practice 2

    269 S Candy Ln

    Cottonwood, AZ 86326

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

    Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508851841.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?

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

    What is Dr. Lee Farmer's specialty?

    Dr. Farmer is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Lee Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Chandler Regional Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Casa Grande 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Lee Farmer accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Farmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (480) 961-2303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lee Farmer?

    Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (480) 961-2303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Farmer have?

    Dr. Lee Farmer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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