18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lucas, Pulmonologist in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Timothy Lucas, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Lucas graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine. 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 (814) 946-2845.
Where did Dr. Lucas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lucas board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lucas typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, 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.
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Growth of unknown type in windpipe, airways, or lung
- Bronchial Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Tracheal Disorder
- Lung tumor of uncertain nature
- Undetermined growth in respiratory tract
- Tracheal or bronchial growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D381: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of trachea, bronchus and lung
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lucas typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Timothy Lucas may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Lucas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 946-2845 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Lucas in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lucas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lucas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Upmc Altoona,Altoona, PA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Upmc Altoona,Altoona, PA
Ranked Colon Surgery
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PARanked in 3 Procedures
Geisinger Medical Center,Danville, PA
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Indiana Regional Medical Center,Indiana, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Indiana Regional Medical Center,Indiana, PA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Upmc Bedford,Everett, PA
Upmc Bedford,Everett, PA
Penn Highlands Huntingdon,Huntingdon, PA
Penn Highlands Huntingdon,Huntingdon, PA
Tyrone Hospital,Tyrone, PA
Tyrone Hospital,Tyrone, PA
What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?A 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 1598723629.
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. Timothy Lucas's specialty?
Dr. Lucas is a Pulmonologist near Altoona, PA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is Dr. Timothy Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lucas is affiliated with Upmc Altoona, Geisinger Medical Center, Indiana Regional Medical Center 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
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Is Dr. Timothy Lucas accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Lucas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (814) 946-2845 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Lucas?
Please contact Dr. Lucas' office at (814) 946-2845 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
Dr. Lucas' office is located in Altoona, PA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Lucas have?
Dr. Timothy Lucas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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