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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lex, Internist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Alison Lex, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lex graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Lex is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lex’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lex’s office at (757) 689-8430.
Where did Dr. Lex go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Lex board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alison Lex, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lex speak?
Dr. Lex and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lex treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lex 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. Lex. 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 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Which procedures does Dr. Lex perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alison Lex may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lex's office.
Does Dr. Lex accept my insurance?
Dr. Lex accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 689-8430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lex accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Lex in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lex's office located?
Dr. Alison Lex's Primary Practice
1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr Ste 100
Virginia Beach, VA 23456
(757) 689-8430
What is Dr. Lex's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lex's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306816434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lex?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lex
What is Dr. Alison Lex's specialty?
Dr. Lex is a Internist near Virginia Beach, VA.
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.
Contact Dr. Lex to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alison Lex affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lex is affiliated with Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Alison Lex accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Lex is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Lex offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lex's office at (757) 689-8430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Lex?
Please contact Dr. Lex's office at (757) 689-8430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Lex have?
Dr. Alison Lex is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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