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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lafalce, Critical Care Internist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Christian Lafalce, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Lafalce graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program. Dr. Lafalce is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafalce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafalce’s office at (757) 827-2350.
Where did Dr. Lafalce go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Lafalce board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Lafalce, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lafalce speak?
Dr. Lafalce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lafalce typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Lafalce 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. Lafalce. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Lafalce typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Lafalce may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Lafalce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lafalce accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafalce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 827-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafalce accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Lafalce in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Century Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
FMH Benefit Services
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Lafalce's office located?
Dr. Christian Lafalce's Primary Practice
9330 Medical Plaza Dr
Charleston, SC 29406
(757) 827-2350
What hospitals are Dr. Lafalce affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lafalce has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Lafalce's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lafalce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932219730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafalce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lafalce
What is Dr. Christian Lafalce's specialty?
Dr. Lafalce is a Critical Care Internist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is Dr. Christian Lafalce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lafalce is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Wesley 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. Christian Lafalce accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Christian Lafalce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Lafalce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafalce's office at (757) 827-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christian Lafalce?
Please contact Dr. Lafalce's office at (757) 827-2350 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lafalce's office located?
Dr. Lafalce's offices are located in Charleston, SC and Columbia, SC.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Lafalce have?
Dr. Christian Lafalce is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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