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Dr. Laura Bontempo, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

New Haven, CT

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bontempo, Emergency Medicine Specialist in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Laura Bontempo, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New Haven, CT. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Bontempo is currently affiliated with Yale-New Haven Childrens Hospital-Sp 218. Dr. Bontempo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bontempo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bontempo’s office at (203) 688-2222.

    Is Dr. Bontempo board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Bontempo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bontempo speak?

    Dr. Bontempo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bontempo typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bontempo 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. Bontempo. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bontempo typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Bontempo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Bontempo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Bontempo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bontempo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bontempo accept in New Haven, CT?

    Dr. Bontempo in New Haven, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bontempo's office located?

    Yale-New Haven Childrens Hospital-Sp 218

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

    (203) 688-2222

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    What is Dr. Bontempo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bontempo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356330104.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bontempo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bontempo

    What is Dr. Laura Bontempo's specialty?

    Dr. Bontempo is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near New Haven, CT.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Laura Bontempo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bontempo is affiliated with Ummc Midtown Campus, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Wilmington Hospital, University Of Maryland St. Joseph 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Laura Bontempo accepting new patients in New Haven, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Bontempo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Bontempo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bontempo's office at (203) 688-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Bontempo?

    Please contact Dr. Bontempo's office at (203) 688-2222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bontempo's office located?

    Dr. Bontempo's office is located in New Haven, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Bontempo have?

    Dr. Laura Bontempo is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.