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Dr. Howard Lafferty, DO
South Charleston, WV
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lafferty, Family Medicine Specialist in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Howard Lafferty, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in South Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lafferty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafferty’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafferty’s office at (304) 720-3555.
Where did Dr. Lafferty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Lafferty board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lafferty, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
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 Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
What procedures does Dr. Lafferty perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Lafferty accept my insurance?
Dr. Lafferty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 720-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lafferty accept in South Charleston, WV?
Dr. Lafferty in South Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lafferty's office located?
Dr. Howard Lafferty's Primary Practice
509 2nd Ave
South Charleston, WV 25303
(304) 720-3555
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 1508066648.
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. Howard Lafferty's specialty?
Dr. Lafferty is a Family Medicine Specialist near South Charleston, WV. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lafferty to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Lafferty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lafferty is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boone Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Howard Lafferty accepting new patients in South Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Howard Lafferty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Lafferty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (304) 720-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Lafferty?
Please contact Dr. Lafferty's office at (304) 720-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Lafferty have?
Dr. Howard Lafferty is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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