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Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lacey, Cardiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lacey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lacey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lacey’s office at (925) 937-1770.

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

      Is Dr. Lacey board certified in Cardiologist?

      Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lacey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Lacey speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Lacey treat?

      As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lacey 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. Lacey. 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:

      • Having a Pacemaker
      • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
      • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
      • Heart pacemaker
      • Artificial pacemaker
      • Implanted heart device
      • ICD implant
      • Automatic defibrillator
      • Implanted heart shock device

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
      • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

      Also known as:

      • Atrial Fibrillation
      • Heart Palpitations
      • Arrhythmia
      • Afib
      • A-fib
      • Irregular heart rhythm
      • Skipped Heartbeat
      • Fluttering Heart
      • Pounding Heart
      • Irregular heartbeat
      • Heart rhythm disorder
      • Cardiac dysrhythmia
      • Persistent atrial fibrillation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
      • R002: Palpitations
      • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
      • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
      • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Shortness of Breath
      • Breathing Problems
      • Difficulty breathing
      • Breathlessness
      • Dyspnea

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0602: Shortness of breath

      Also known as:

      • Muscle Weakness
      • Muscle Disorder
      • Loss of strength
      • Fatigue
      • Muscle fatigue

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R531: Weakness

      Also known as:

      • Other Cardiac Implants
      • Heart Devices
      • Cardiac Grafts
      • Implantable Heart Devices

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

      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:

      • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
      • Various pre-op checks
      • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
      • Other pre-treatment assessments

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

      Also known as:

      • Fainting
      • Syncope
      • Passing out
      • Collapse

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R55: Syncope and collapse

      Also known as:

      • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
      • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
      • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
      • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R0789: Other chest pain

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

      Also known as:

      • Dizziness
      • Dizziness and Vertigo
      • Lightheadedness
      • Giddiness
      • Vertigo

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

      Also known as:

      • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
      • Heart Failure
      • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
      • Chronic HFpEF
      • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

      Which procedures does Dr. Lacey perform as a Cardiologist?

      As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carolyn Lacey may include:

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

      Does Dr. Lacey accept my insurance?

      Dr. Lacey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 937-1770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Lacey accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

      Dr. Lacey in Walnut Creek, CA 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 Shield of California

      • Centene

      • Contra Costa

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Department of Veterans Affairs

      • Hill Physicians Medical Group

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Lacey's office located?

      Dr. Carolyn Lacey's Primary Practice

      1450 Treat Blvd Ste 220B

      Walnut Creek, CA 94597

      (925) 937-1770

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      Dr. Carolyn Lacey's Practice 2

      1399 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste 11

      Walnut Creek, CA 94598

      (925) 937-1770

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      Dr. Carolyn Lacey's Practice 3

      2700 Grant St Ste 106

      Concord, CA 94520

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

      Dr. Lacey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295717411.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lacey?

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

      What is Dr. Carolyn Lacey's specialty?

      Dr. Lacey is a Cardiologist near Walnut Creek, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Lacey to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Carolyn Lacey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Lacey is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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

      Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

      Explore Cardiologist 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 Carolyn Lacey accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

      Yes, Dr. Carolyn Lacey is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Carolyn Lacey offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Lacey's office at (925) 937-1770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Lacey?

      Please contact Dr. Lacey's office at (925) 937-1770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Carolyn Lacey have?

      Dr. Carolyn Lacey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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