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Dr. James Lucio, MD
Altamonte Springs, FL
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lucio, Critical Care Internist in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. James Lucio, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Altamonte Springs, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Lucio graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Center. Dr. Lucio is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucio’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucio’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lucio?
Dr. James Lucio, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lucio empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Infections, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Altamonte Springs/FL community, Dr. Lucio is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lucio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Center | Eastern Virginia Medical School Program
Medical School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lucio speak?
Dr. Lucio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lucio treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Lucio 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. Lucio. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Lucio perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Lucio may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lucio's office.
Does Dr. Lucio accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucio accept in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Lucio in Altamonte Springs, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American National Insurance Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Lucio's office located?
Dr. James Lucio's Primary Practice
631 E Altamonte Dr Ste 231
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
What is Dr. Lucio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649235151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucio
What is Dr. James Lucio's specialty?
Dr. Lucio is a Critical Care Internist near Altamonte Springs, FL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Lucio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lucio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lucio is affiliated with HCA Florida Osceola 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 James Lucio accepting new patients in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Yes, Dr. James Lucio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lucio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucio's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lucio?
Please contact Dr. Lucio's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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