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Dr. Lori Pekarek, MD

West Lafayette, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pekarek, Emergency Medicine Specialist in West Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Lori Pekarek, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Lafayette, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Pekarek graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Pekarek is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pekarek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pekarek’s office at (765) 448-8000.

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

    • Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pekarek board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lori Pekarek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pekarek speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pekarek treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pekarek 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. Pekarek. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Which procedures does Dr. Pekarek perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lori Pekarek may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pekarek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pekarek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (765) 448-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pekarek accept in West Lafayette, IN?

    Dr. Pekarek in West Lafayette, IN 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Indiana University Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pekarek's office located?

    Dr. Lori Pekarek's Primary Practice

    253 Sagamore Pkwy W

    West Lafayette, IN 47906

    (765) 448-8000

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    Dr. Lori Pekarek's Practice 2

    2403 Loy Dr

    Lafayette, IN 47909

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    Dr. Lori Pekarek's Practice 3

    2600 Greenbush St

    Lafayette, IN 47904

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

    Dr. Pekarek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316934102.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pekarek?

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

    What is Dr. Lori Pekarek's specialty?

    Dr. Pekarek is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near West Lafayette, IN. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Pekarek to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lori Pekarek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pekarek is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Emergency 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 Lori Pekarek accepting new patients in West Lafayette, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Lori Pekarek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lori Pekarek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pekarek's office at (765) 448-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lori Pekarek?

    Please contact Dr. Pekarek's office at (765) 448-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lori Pekarek have?

    Dr. Lori Pekarek is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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