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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lama, Internist in Abington, PA?
Dr. Kelsang Lama, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Abington, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lama is fluent in English, Hindi, and Ndebele, North; North Ndebele, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lama’s office at (215) 481-2222.
What languages does Dr. Lama speak?
Dr. Lama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Ndebele, North; North Ndebele
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lama typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lama 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. Lama. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lama typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelsang Lama 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. Lama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lama accept my insurance?
Dr. Lama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 481-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lama accept in Abington, PA?
Dr. Lama in Abington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Lama's office located?
Dr. Kelsang Lama's Primary Practice
1200 Old York Rd Ste 2B
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 481-2222
What is Dr. Lama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255943379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lama
What is Dr. Kelsang Lama's specialty?
Dr. Lama is a Internist near Abington, PA.
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. Kelsang Lama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lama is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Methodist 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelsang Lama accepting new patients in Abington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kelsang Lama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelsang Lama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (215) 481-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelsang Lama?
Please contact Dr. Lama's office at (215) 481-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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