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Dr. Lee Burnside, MD
Seattle, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burnside, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lee Burnside, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Burnside completed his residency at Vet Affairs Lakeside M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Burnside is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burnside’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burnside’s office at (206) 897-2110.
Where did Dr. Burnside go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Lakeside M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Burnside board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lee Burnside, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burnside speak?
Dr. Burnside and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burnside typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Burnside 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. Burnside. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Burnside typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lee Burnside may include:
Please contact Dr. Burnside's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Burnside accept my insurance?
Dr. Burnside accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 897-2110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burnside accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Burnside in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burnside's office located?
What is Dr. Burnside's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burnside's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497744684.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burnside?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burnside
What is Dr. Lee Burnside's specialty?
Dr. Burnside is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Lee Burnside affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burnside is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Lee Burnside accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Lee Burnside is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lee Burnside offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burnside's office at (206) 897-2110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lee Burnside?
Please contact Dr. Burnside's office at (206) 897-2110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Burnside have?
Dr. Lee Burnside is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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