limc patient portal

What are the limitations of the patient portal?

The patient portal is not intended to provide internet based diagnostic medical services. The following limitations apply: No internet based triage and treatment requests. All clinical problems must be addressed in the office. Diagnosis can only be made and treatment rendered after the patient is SEEN by a provider.

What is the patient portal?

Our patient portal allows established patients to communicate more easily with us. The portal is not intended for ‘Internet Doctor Visits’ or new problems. Instead, it will make regular communication more flexible.

Why Lafayette internal medicine clinic?

Our mission as physicians and staff at Lafayette Internal Medicine Clinic is to help you maintain optimum health by providing care which is efficient and comprehensive, yet personalized and caring. We recognize that you as our patients are our most important asset; we are committed to courteous, confidential and timely service.

Do the physicians at Lincoln internal medicine associates follow their patients?

Some of the physicians at Lincoln Internal Medicine Associates continue to follow their patients if hospitalization is required, but some do not. If you are hospitalized and your physician does not round at the hospital, you will be cared for by the hospitalist, a physician who only works inside the hospital. Laboratory Services...

What is a LIMA internist?

LIMA’s Internists are physicians who specialize in treating adults, those 18 years and older. They provide care for acute problems such as colds, and injuries and follow up on complex medical problems along with routine health care examinations and guidance for disease prevention.

What is Lincoln Internal Medicine Associates?

Lincoln Internal Medicine Associates are your partners in healthcare. We strive to provide quality care with your involvement.

What is an internist in LIMA?

Physicians who practice Internal Medicine are often called “internists.” LIMA’s Internists are physicians who specialize in treating adults who are 18 years of age or older. They provide care for acute problems such as colds and injuries as well as more the more complex medical problems. We also provide the routine health care examinations and provide guidance for disease prevention.

What is the number to call for a physician consultation?

To reach the physician on call, (402) 421-3240 and wait on the line for the answering service to assist you.

Is Lincoln Internal Medicine still open?

With the current coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, we at Lincoln Internal Medicine are trying to make accommodations for patients. We are still open to see patients and can be reached with any questions. We are now offering telehealth visits from home using your phone or computer for some conditions. Medicare and most insurances are covering the telehealth visits. Please know that some conditions still may require office visit and/or lab for evaluation. Speak with the nurse if you are interested.

Does LIMA do lab tests?

LIMA does do some tests where the specimen is taken here and sent out to a “Reference Lab” for processing. If you have questions please be sure and check with your laboratory tech and they can explain if any of your tests require us to send the specimen out. Also if we do send it out then you will receive a statement or bill from them as well.

Can an internist do pelvic exams?

Internists can provide routine pap smears and pelvic exams. Some patients prefer to continue seeing a gynecologist for their exams, while their internist manages their other problems.