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Dr. Robert Lucas, MD

Athens, GA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lucas, Internist in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Robert Lucas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Lucas graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (706) 353-8700.

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

    • Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Lucas board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lucas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lucas typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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 here.

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lucas typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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 here.

    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

    Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 353-8700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Lucas in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?

    Dr. Robert Lucas' Primary Practice

    120 Hawthorne Park

    Athens, GA 30606

    (706) 353-8700

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

    Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649230731.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Lucas's specialty?

    Dr. Lucas is a Internist near Athens, GA.

    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. Robert Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Mountainside 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Robert Lucas accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Lucas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (706) 353-8700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Lucas?

    Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (706) 353-8700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Lucas have?

    Dr. Robert Lucas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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