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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Internist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Ronald Lewis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Lewis graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Lewis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lewis’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lewis’s office at (337) 494-6800.
Where did Dr. Lewis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, General Surgery; St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
Is Dr. Lewis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Lewis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lewis speak?
Dr. Lewis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lewis typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lewis 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. Lewis. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lewis typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lewis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lewis. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 494-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Lewis in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
Dr. Ronald Lewis' Primary Practice
1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 1
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-6800
What is Dr. Lewis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326014523.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lewis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lewis
What is Dr. Ronald Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a Internist near Lake Charles, LA.
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. Ronald Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial 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
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Is Ronald Lewis accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (337) 494-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (337) 494-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Lewis have?
Dr. Ronald Lewis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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