Dr. Vaishali Lafita, MD
Flushing, NY
16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafita, Diagnostic Radiologist in Flushing, NY?
Where did Dr. Lafita go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Iowa Medical School
Is Dr. Lafita board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vaishali Lafita, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Lafita speak?
Dr. Lafita and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Lafita typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Lafita 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. Lafita. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Lafita typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Lafita performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Lafita. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Lafita accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafita accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (224) 610-1536 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafita accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Lafita in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Auxiant
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Jefferson Health
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lafita's office located?
Dr. Vaishali Lafita's Primary Practice
13527 38th Ave Fl 2
Flushing, NY 11354
(224) 610-1536
What hospitals are Dr. Lafita affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lafita has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lafita's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafita's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053583633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafita?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafita