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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laff, Internist in West Haven, CT?
Dr. Rachel Laff, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Haven, CT. She is board certified. Dr. Laff graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Waterbury Hospital Health Center Program. Dr. Laff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laff’s office at (203) 932-5711.
Where did Dr. Laff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Waterbury Hospital Health Center Program
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Laff board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Laff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Laff speak?
Dr. Laff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Laff typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Laff 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. Laff. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Moderate Dementia with Mood Changes
- Dementia
- Mood Disorder
- Mood disorders in moderate dementia
- Mid-stage dementia with emotional problems
- Moderate cognitive impairment with mood swings
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03B3: Unspecified dementia, moderate, with mood disturbance
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Laff typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Laff may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Laff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laff accept my insurance?
Dr. Laff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 932-5711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laff accept in West Haven, CT?
Dr. Laff in West Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Laff's office located?
What is Dr. Laff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902079304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laff
What is Dr. Rachel Laff's specialty?
Dr. Laff is a Internist near West Haven, CT.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Rachel Laff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laff is affiliated with Stamford Health, Griffin Hospital, St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, William W. Backus Hospital, Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rachel Laff accepting new patients in West Haven, CT?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Laff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Laff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laff's office at (203) 932-5711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Laff?
Please contact Dr. Laff's office at (203) 932-5711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Laff have?
Dr. Rachel Laff is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Laff
Va Connecticut Healthcare System
950 Campbell Ave
West Haven, CT 06516