28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lock, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Richard Lock, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Lock graduated from University of Texas, Houston and completed his residency at University Of California At Irvine / California College Of Medicine Surgery. Dr. Lock is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lock’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lock’s office at (281) 752-8745.
Where did Dr. Lock go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of California At Irvine / California College Of Medicine Surgery
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas, Houston
Is Dr. Lock board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lock, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lock speak?
Dr. Lock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lock typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lock 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. Lock. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lock typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Lock 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
Please contact Dr. Lock's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lock accept my insurance?
Dr. Lock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 752-8745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lock accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lock in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lock's office located?
Dr. Richard Lock's Primary Practice
12121 Richmond Ave Ste 413
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 752-8745
What is Dr. Lock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558334219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lock
What is Dr. Richard Lock's specialty?
Dr. Lock is a Internist near Houston, TX.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Richard Lock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lock is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Richard Lock accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lock's office at (281) 752-8745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lock?
Please contact Dr. Lock's office at (281) 752-8745 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lock have?
Dr. Richard Lock is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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