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Dr. Ralph Tucker, MD

Lehigh Acres, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tucker, Family Medicine Specialist in Lehigh Acres, FL?

    Dr. Ralph Tucker, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lehigh Acres, FL. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (239) 368-1808.

    What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tucker treat?

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

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Testicular Hypofunction
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Underactive Testicles
    • Low Testicular Function
    • Hypogonadism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E291: Testicular hypofunction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Hip Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Broken Hip
    • Femur Neck Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Tucker perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ralph Tucker may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tucker's office.

    Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 368-1808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Lehigh Acres, FL?

    Dr. Tucker in Lehigh Acres, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Florida Community Care

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

    Dr. Ralph Tucker's Primary Practice

    60 Westminster St N Ste A

    Lehigh Acres, FL 33936

    (239) 368-1808

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

    Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497742936.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?

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

    What is Dr. Ralph Tucker's specialty?

    Dr. Tucker is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lehigh Acres, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Tucker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ralph Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tucker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lehigh Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Ralph Tucker accepting new patients in Lehigh Acres, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ralph Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ralph Tucker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (239) 368-1808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ralph Tucker?

    Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (239) 368-1808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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