Summary

Dr. Lydia Best has practiced family medicine for 30 years and is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Uptown. She treats chronic kidney disease, chronic kidney disease stage 5, and type 2 diabetes mellitus, and performs breast cancer screening and scintimammography. She also speaks Spanish.

Board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Best earned her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed her residency at the University of Maryland Medical System. She sees patients in Dallas, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Best 4.71 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • 16 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Family Health Center at Juanita J. Craft Recreation Center

4500 Spring AveDallas, TX 75210
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam
Dallas , TXIrving , TXPlano , TXDenton , TX
Med School: University of Michigan Medical School (Education) Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine Med School: Stanley Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Lydia Best

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Lydia Best has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Lydia Best has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Lydia Best holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Maryland Medical System in 1999 and University of Maryland Medical System in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Michigan Medical School (Education) in 1996.

NPI Number

Lydia Best's NPI number is 1063522167.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lydia Best accepting new patients?
Lydia Best is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Lydia Best's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Lydia Best speak?
Lydia Best speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Lydia Best?
You can find contact information for Lydia Best here on Vitals.
Where is Lydia Best's office located?
Lydia Best's office is located at 4500 Spring Ave, Dallas, TX, 75210.
Does Lydia Best accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Lydia Best accepts on their Vitals profile.

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