Dr. Robert Lafyatis, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Lafyatis, Rheumatologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

Dr. Robert Lafyatis, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lafyatis completed his residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Dr. Lafyatis is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafyatis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafyatis’s office at (617) 638-7460.

Where did Dr. Lafyatis go to medical school and complete their residency?

Fellowship: National Inst Of Health, MD, Fellow:Rheumatology | Rheumatology, National Institute of Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease, Bethesda MD
Residency: Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

Is Dr. Lafyatis board certified as a Rheumatologist?

Yes, Dr. Robert Lafyatis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Lafyatis speak?

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

English
French

What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lafyatis typically treat?

As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Lafyatis 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. Lafyatis. 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:

Scleroderma
Other Scleroderma Condition
Systemic scleroderma
Systemic Sclerosis
Hardening of the Skin
Connective Tissue Disease
Different Types of Scleroderma
Atypical Scleroderma

ICD-10 Codes:

M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
M3489: Other systemic sclerosis

What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Lafyatis typically perform?

As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Lafyatis may include:

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

Does Dr. Lafyatis accept my insurance?

Dr. Lafyatis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-7460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Lafyatis accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

Dr. Lafyatis in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Lafyatis' office located?

Dr. Robert Lafyatis' Primary Practice

200 Lothrop St

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

(617) 638-7460

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Dr. Robert Lafyatis' Practice 2

3471 5th Ave

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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What hospitals are Dr. Lafyatis affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Lafyatis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Upmc Washington,Washington, PA

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Meadville Medical Center,Meadville, PA

Ranked Spine Surgery

Mount St. Mary’s Hospital,Lewiston, NY

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Upmc Passavant-Mccandless,Pittsburgh, PA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery

Independence Health Latrobe Hospital,Latrobe, PA

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery

Butler Memorial Hospital,Butler, PA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Recognitions

Awards

Scleroderma Foundation - Doctor of the Year, 2009

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

Dr. Lafyatis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902896822.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafyatis?

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

What is Dr. Robert Lafyatis's specialty?

Dr. Lafyatis is a Rheumatologist near Pittsburgh, PA.

What does a Rheumatologist do?

An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

Is Dr. Robert Lafyatis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Lafyatis is affiliated with Upmc Washington, Meadville Medical Center, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Independence Health Latrobe Hospital, Butler Memorial Hospital 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

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