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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafferty, Pediatric Anesthesiologist in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Christopher Lafferty, MD is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Islip, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lafferty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafferty’s office at (212) 263-5506.
What languages does Dr. Lafferty speak?
Dr. Lafferty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lafferty treat?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lafferty 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. Lafferty. 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.
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does Dr. Lafferty perform?
As a Pediatric Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lafferty 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. Lafferty. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Lafferty accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafferty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5506 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafferty accept in West Islip, NY?
Dr. Lafferty in West Islip, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
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Where is Dr. Lafferty's office located?
Dr. Christopher Lafferty's Primary Practice
1000 Montauk Hwy
West Islip, NY 11795
(212) 263-5506
What is Dr. Lafferty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafferty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164879185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafferty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafferty
What is Dr. Christopher Lafferty's specialty?
Dr. Lafferty is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist near West Islip, NY. A pediatric anesthesiologist is an anesthesiologist with advanced training and expertise in addressing the anesthesia, sedation, and pain management needs of infants and children. This specialist assesses complex medical issues in young patients requiring surgery and is responsible for their preparation and postoperative care. Additionally, they administer anesthesia and manage pain for procedures performed outside the operating room, including MRI, CT scans, and radiation therapy. Contact Dr. Lafferty to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Lafferty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafferty is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, NY which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Anesthesiologist?
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Is Christopher Lafferty accepting new patients in West Islip, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Lafferty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Lafferty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (212) 263-5506 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Lafferty?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (212) 263-5506 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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