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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Family Medicine Specialist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Derek Lewis, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Lewis graduated from UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE and completed his residency at U Ark Med Sci. 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 (501) 663-5221.
Where did Dr. Lewis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ark Med Sci
Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | UNIVERSITY OF AR COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Lewis board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Derek Lewis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lewis typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Lewis typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Lewis may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Lewis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 663-5221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Lewis in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
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 1407810641.
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. Derek Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a Family Medicine Specialist near Little Rock, AR.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Derek Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock, Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Derek Lewis accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Derek Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (501) 663-5221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (501) 663-5221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Lewis have?
Dr. Derek Lewis is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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